Evaluating Diagnostic Imaging Flashcards
1
Q
general concepts
A
- when viewing studies–think anatomy
- with radiographs, “one view is no view”
2
Q
ABCS
A
alignment
bone
cartilage
soft tissue
3
Q
alignment
A
size of bone
number of bones
bones of normal contour and shape
assess the position of the bone in relation to the joint
4
Q
bone
A
assess bone density
compare bone density at weight bearing surfaces
look as the texture of the bone
5
Q
hallmarks of OA
A
joint space narrowing
bone spurs
sclerotic borders
subchondral bone cysts
6
Q
cartilage
A
look at joint space width
assess subchondral bone
look at epiphyseal plates
7
Q
soft tissue
A
look at gross size of surrounding muscle
fat pads and lines
notice joint capsule outline
look at periosteum
