Which of the following diagnostic imaging modalities has largely replaced conventional tomograms in evaluating chest disease?

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CT scans have largely replaced conventional tomograms in evaluating chest disease due to their high resolution and ability to visualize structures in three dimensions. MRI is not as commonly used in chest imaging, ventilation/perfusion is used for evaluating pulmonary embolisms, and diagnostic ultrasound is not as useful for evaluating chest disease as it is for abdominal or musculoskeletal imaging.

Which of the Following Diagnostic Imaging Modalities Has Largely Replaced