Conclusion
We have presented a wide range of lines and tubes commonly seen on X-rays in hospitals both in adults and children. It is important to know what the different tubes and lines look like in order to recognise them, assess whether they are correctly positioned and also to look for complications that may have occurred as a result of their placement.
Key Points
- Understand the range of medical lines and tubes used in medical care.
- To understand the importance of recognising tubes and lines on X-rays.
- To recognise complications from correctly and incorrectly placed lines and tubes.
