Radiology Techniques: Radiography of the Bony Thorax
Al-Mustaqbal University College's Radiology Techniques Department presents a detailed guide on performing radiography of the bony thorax, focusing on the sternum. The guide includes PA oblique and lateral erect projections with step-by-step instructions for positioning the patient and capturing optimal images. Explore this comprehensive resource authored by Karar Haider for a clearer understanding of radiography techniques in the field of radiology.
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Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research Al-Mustaqbal University College Radiology Techniques Department Radiography of the bony thorax By Karar Haider
Sternum _ PA oblique view 1- Film size : 10 * 12 lengthwise 2- Prone patient with right PA oblique projection ( slight elevation of left shoulder & hip ) 3- Take slow shallow breath 4- CR to midpoint of film
Sternum _ Sternum _ Lateral Erect projection Erect projection Lateral 1- Film size : 10 * 12 2- Place patient in lateral projection 3-Upper border of Im is 1.5 inch above manubrial notch 4- Rotate shoulders posteriorly with hands behind body 5- Suspend respiration in inhalation 6- CR passes horizontally to middle of film
