Cystourethrography Positioning Flashcards
Where is the CR for an AP voiding image?
Perpendicular to MSP entering at the level of the upper border of the pubic symphysis
What is the SID for cystourethrography images?
40”
What degree is the CR angled for males for an AP voiding cystourethrography image?
0 degrees
What degree is the CR angled for females for an AP voiding cystourethrography image?
5 degrees caudal
What position is the patient in for an AP voiding cystourethrography image?
Supine
What breath are cystourethrography images taken?
Suspended expiration
When is the exposure made for an AP voiding cystourethrography image?
During injection of contrast until the entire urethra is filled
What are the structures seen for an AP voiding cystourethrography image?
- Visualization of the bladder and external urethral orifice
Where is the CR for an RPO/LPO voiding cystourethrography image?
Perpendicular to MSP entering at the level of the upper border of the pubic symphysis
How many degrees is the patient rotated for an RPO/LPO voiding cystourethrography image?
35-45 degrees
When is the exposure taken for an RPO/LPO voiding cystourethrography image?
After the AP during which contrast is injected to fill the urethra
What structures are seen for an RPO/LPO voiding cystourethrography image?
- Visualization of bladder and external urethral orifices
- Urethra posterior to pubic symphysis
