The use of 80kVp rather than 90 for an AP pelvis will have what affect on the patient dose?
Will increase the dose by about 30%
Another name for the AP axial "outlet" projection?
Taylor Method
What is the optimal amount of hip abduction applied for the unilateral "frog-leg" projection to demonstrate the femoral neck without distortion?
20 to 30 degrees from vertical
A unilateral frog leg radiograph shows greater trochanter superimposed over femoral neck. Concern of femoral neck fracture, what can Tech do to improve visibility of femoral neck region?
angle CR 20 to 25 degree cephalad
What is the name of the special AP axial projection of the pelvis used to assess trauma to pubic and ischial structures?
AP axial outlet projection, Taylor Method
What device will improve overall visibility of the proximal hip demonstrated on an axiolateral (inferosuperior) projection?
Compensating filter
The proper name method for the unilateral frog - leg projection is the?
Modified Lauenstein and Hickey (Also known as modified cleaves method)
The 15 - 20 degree anterior angle of the femoral head and neck causes the true AP - Pelvis to have what type of rotation?
A 15 - 20 degree internal rotation of the femur and leg.
Which imaging modality is most sensitive in diagnosing early signs of metastatic carcinoma of the pelvis?
nuclear medicine
Body Angles: Judet Method (Posterior Oblique) body angle is?
