Practising critiques 1

Question 1

Anatomy AP Distal Femur critique

Answer 1

Include deistal two thirds of the femur, including the knee joint

Question 2

Position of AP Distal Femur

Answer 2

No rotation, femoral and tibial condyles appear symmetrical in size and shape

Question 3

Exposure for AP Distal femur

Answer 3

optimal density and contrast, no motion, and fine trabecular markings

Question 4

Pathology for the AP distal femur

Answer 4

fine trabecular markings - show decrease in the bone density and could be indicative of a pathology such as signs of osteoperosis