Ac Joint X Ray Series

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Ac joint x ray series. In the context of trauma there are 2 standard views used to assess this joint. Widening of the joints space as compared with the other view weights usually indicates an ac joint separation. Indications departmental protocols will vary but the overall goal is to image the shunt in its entirety to assess. The shunt series is a set of radiographic images performed to assess the location and integrity of a ventriculoperitoneal shunt.

Examination of the ac joint. Birth trauma may also be factor. Loss of alignment of the inferior surfaces of the clavicle and acromion indicates disruption of the acromioclavicular ligaments at the acromioclavicular joint acj. The scapula series is the plain radiographic assessment of the scapular bone of the shoulder girdle seldom used in departments with 24 hour computed tomography departments.

If a patient has pain or instability in sternum area they need an serendipity view of the sc joint. Pathology demonstrated in ap ac joints. Ir size 35 x 43 cm 14 x 17 inches crosswise or 7 x 17 inches 14 x 43 cm if available. Acromioclavicular joints separation is demonstrated.

Ac radiographs are performed for a variety of indications including. These are the anterior posterior ap view and the lateral or y view. Ordering x rays in clinic. Many radiographic departments do not have a stand alone scapula series rather include the assessment of the scapula in the shoulder series.

The acromioclavicular joint can be assessed with standard shoulder x rays. Minor ligamentous disruption may not be detectable on a plain radiograph as alignment is not lost. The radiographic series of the clavicle is utilized in emergency departments to assess the clavicle acromioclavicular and sternoclavicular joint. You may also need to do an ac series to assess the clavicle.

However seat belt injuries during motor vehicle accidents can cause shoulder trauma at any age. Shoulder x ray basics shoulder anatomy. Interpreting x rays of the shoulder joint duration. Direct blows to the shoulder region.

The acromioclavicular ac joint radiographic series is used to evaluate the acromioclavicular joint and the distal clavicle. Ac series bilat with and without weights. Pediatric shoulder radiographs are usually performed after trauma in older children. Congenital abnormalities obvious deformity.

Ap view ac joints. If the patient can tolerate holding the arm in abduction an axial view is an alternative to the.