Femoral head, neck and proximal 1/3 of the body of the femur. Greater trochanter in profile.
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What technique is used for AP HIP?
12@75
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What is the CR for lateral hip?
At the hip joint; midway b/w the ASIS and pubic symphysis. Centered to IR
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How is the tube positioned for lateral hip view?
Perpendicular though the hip joint
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How is the pt positioned for lateral hip?
Adjust pt to flex the affected knee, draw the thigh up to a position to a right angle to the hip. Keep the body of affected femur parallel to the table.
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What are the structures shown for lateral hip?
The femoral head, neck, proximal 1/3 of the body of the femur. Greater trochanter in profile.