Thoracic Spine X-Ray Oblique
Objective
Zygapophyseal (facet) joints of the thoracic spine. The thoracic intervertebral foramina are instead assessed on the lateral projection.
Quality criteria
Zygapophyseal (facet) joints of the thoracic spine visible and open on the side closer to the detector.
Vertebral bodies obliquely projected, pedicles visible.
No over- or under-rotation.
Common errors
Incorrect obliquity (other than ~70°).
Incorrect centring.
Movement.
Paziente ruotato di 70° rispetto al piano del detettore (≈20° dal laterale), con il lato di interesse verso il detettore (obliqua…
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Positioning, centring, DR/CR parameters and practical notes
