Correspondence

Discussion on the Organization of a Fluorographic Service for the Civilian Community

“…Antero-posterior as well as postero-anterior views have proved invaluable in determining whether the tvpe of lesion is old or recent and the taking of pictures in these two positions is advised in all doubtful cases (figs. 1 Experiments show that first-stage silicosis can be detected on miniature films. Cardiovascular cases are also easily detected and it is recommended that for the present no action can be taken on these except in young people.…”

“…Of the first 3,000 persons for whom small films were taken, 4% were recalled for a large film. acttually examined by mass radiographv varied from 800 1,500 aweek,but even 1,100 to1,200 keep the staff very busv. large film had been taken.…”