A brief outline of an overview lecture read on the XXXV. Czech Congress of Radiology 2006 in Český Krumlov.
The main purpose of this communication is to evoke the interest to gain maximum information from plain chest X-rays with some support of fluoroscopy, when needed. Anatomic observations are combined with haemodynamic considerations.
A close cooperation with the cardiologist enables radiologists to participate effectively in diagnostic and therapeutic decisions.