X-ray of the cervical spine AP + lateral (adults)

It is is used to detect or evaluate traumatic lesions, degenerative lesions, developmental defects, neoplastic lesions, spondylolisthesis, osteoporosis, and stress lesions. It is also performed to help diagnose headaches and dizziness as well as pain in the neck and shoulder area.

NOTE!

1. Patients who have an X-ray referral obtained outside Medicover must always present it in hard copy.
2. Patients who have been referred to an X-ray after an inpatient visit at Medicover must present the referral in hard copy or ask the reception desk to have the referral printed.
3. Patients who have had a telemedical consultation at Medicover have to inform the reception desk that the referral has been issued in electronic form.

An X-ray is a quick and painless procedure that requires no particular preparation. Beforehand, you need to undress, and remove all jewellery from your head and neck.

NOTE!

1. Patients who have an X-ray referral obtained outside Medicover must always present it in hard copy.
2. Patients who have been referred to an X-ray after an inpatient visit at Medicover must present the referral in hard copy or ask the reception desk to have the referral printed.
3. Patients who have had a telemedical consultation at Medicover have to inform the reception desk that the referral has been issued in electronic form:

• the name of the facility that issued the referral,
• patient’s data (first name and surname, date of birth, sex, PESEL number, address and place of residence),
• if the patient is a minor, completely incapacitated or unable to give informed consent: first name(s) and surname of the patient’s legal representative and his/her address of residence,
• purpose of and reason for the X-ray,
• preliminary clinical diagnosis justifying the radiological procedure,
• signature and stamp of the person referring the patient for the X-ray or procedure.

Bring previous test results (if any).

X-ray should not be performed in pregnant women. However, if it is necessary, appropriate measures will be taken to ensure the maximum protection of the pregnant patient.

Every X-ray in women of childbearing age should be performed in the first 12 days of the cycle (unless the doctor decides otherwise) in order to exclude the risk of complications in the case of a possible pregnancy.

Arrive 15 minutes before your visit.

NOTE!

1. Patients who have an X-ray referral obtained outside Medicover must always present it in hard copy.
2. Patients who have been referred to an X-ray after an inpatient visit at Medicover must present the referral in hard copy or ask the reception desk to have the referral printed.
3. Patients who have had a telemedical consultation at Medicover have to inform the reception desk that the referral has been issued in electronic form.

The patient can receive a CD with an X-ray image if they request it before the appointment. The examination report is available on Medicover Online. The patient can also collect the report in paper form at a selected Medical Center—this requires submitting a request at the reception. The report is usually provided within 3-6 business days; however, in cases of a high number of images requiring description, delays in delivering the results may occur.