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| How do you highlight the contrast between fat and water? |
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| When should you take the radiograph? |
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Take at peak expiration
- opposite thoracic radiographs
- Decreases overcrowding in the abdomen |
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| What is the correct positioning for abdominal radiographs? |
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Definition
Lateral: the x-ray beam should be cranial to the diaphragm to a few cm caudal to the coxofemoral joints
The Pelvic limb should be kept perpendicular to the spine
- Crowding of abdominal organs is increased when they are pulled caudally
- Skin folds increase if the legs are pulled caudally
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| What should be included in abdominal radiographs? |
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Definition
Should include the entire abdomen
- For large dogs you can get 2 images: cranial and caudal images
-Also may include perineal view with the legs pulled forward if there are concerns for urinary signs |
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| What views should you include in positioning? |
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Definition
Lateral- left and right
Dorsoventral: less helpful
-decreased visibility |
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