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Answer: X-Ray Fluoroscope. The Patterson X-Ray Fluoroscope was probably manufactured in the 1930s. With the beam on, the physician would position themselves on the opposite side of the patient x-ray tube and view the image produced on the fluorescent screen of the fluoroscope. Compared to generating images on x-ray film, the use of a fluoroscope resulted in higher doses to the patient and doctor. Learn more ››
Answer: X-Ray Fluoroscope. The Patterson X-Ray Fluoroscope was probably manufactured in the 1930s. With the beam on, the physician would position themselves on the opposite side of the patient x-ray tube and view the image produced on the fluorescent screen of the fluoroscope. Compared to generating images on x-ray film, the use of a fluoroscope resulted in higher doses to the patient and doctor. Learn more ››
