What is the CR for lateral hip?
At the hip joint; midway b/w the ASIS and pubic symphysis. Centered to IR
What is the pt position for AP HIP?
Heels 8-10 degrees apart, toes medially rotated 15-20 degrees
How is the tube positioned for clements bilateral injury?
Perpendicular tobb by the long axis of the femoral neck.
What technique is used for AP HIP?
12@75
What view is the tube perpendicular to the femoral neck and centered to IR?
AP HIP
How is the IR positioned for Clements Bilateral injury?
10x12 Crosswise with grid cover and tilt the IR back 15 degrees
Where is the CR for Clements Bilateral injury?
CR enters the groin area at the point midway between the anterior and posterior surfaces of the upper thigh
Where is the CR for AP HIP?
2 1/2 distal between ASIS and pubic symphysis
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.
What is the pt position for AP pelvis?
Heels 8-10" apart, toes inverted 15-20 degrees
What technique is used for lateral hip view?
12@75
How is the tube positioned for lateral hip view?
Perpendicular though the hip joint
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.
What are the structures shown for Clements Bilateral injury?
Acetabulum, head, neck and trochanters of the femur
Where is the CR for AP pelvis?
IR 1" above the crest
What are the structures shown for AP pelvis?
Pelvis, pubic symphysis, femoral head, neck, trochanters and proximal 1/3 pf femoral shaft.
What are the structures shown for AP hip?
Femoral head, neck and proximal 1/3 of the body of the femur. Greater trochanter in profile.
Do you use a grid for the trauma views of the hip?
yes
How is the patient positioned for Clements Bilateral injury?
Supine position with affected side near edge
How is the tube positioned for Axiolateral hip?
Perpendicular to the long axis of the femoral neck
How is the pt positioned for Axiolateral hip?
Rest unaffected leg on a suitable support, adjust the pelvis so that it is not rotated
What are the trauma views of the hip?
1. axiolateral hip, danelius miller, true lateral, cross table lateral 2. clements bilateral injury
What technique is used for AP pelvis?
25@75
What are the structures shown for Axiolateral hip?
Acetabulum, head, neck and trochanters of the femur
How is the tube positioned for AP Pelvis?
2" below the ASIS
Where is the CR for Axiolateral hip?
CR enters the groin area at the point midway between the anterior and posterior surfaces of the upper thigh
What is in profile for AP pelvis?
Greater trochanter in profile
What is the technique used for trauma views of the hip?
80@80