Cervical spine

Question 1

exposure for cervical spine

Answer 1

Lateral
kvp = 75
ma = 20-40
Axial
kvp = 75
ma = 10
Obliques
kvp = 75
ma = 14
Peg
kvp = 75
ma = 12
swimmers
kvp = 90
ma = 60

Question 2

what is fuchs projection

Answer 2

position: Supline, neck extended
angle: Parallel to the Mento meatal line
cr: Just inferior to mental symphysis

Question 3

PA oblique cervical spine

Answer 3

central ray has a 15° caudal tilt
left marker infront if left shoulder touches board.

Question 4

peg projection supine and not moving

Answer 4

angle 35-40 degrees cephalad