Radiology Of The Vertebral Column Flashcards
1
Q
What structure will help you to count the vertebrae correctly when looking at a radiology image of the vertebral column?
A
The odontoid peg will indicate c2
2
Q
What pathology does the winking owl sign indicate?
A
A tumour in the pedicle
3
Q
What pathology is indicated by a broken neck of the scottie dog when looking at a radiology image of the vertebral column?
A
A defect in the pars interarticularis (portion of the lamina between the facets)
4
Q
What is a hangman’s fracture?
A
A fracture of the oars interarticularis of C2 wit disruption of the C2/3 junction
5
Q
In what condition are the vertebrae often wedge shaped?
A
Osteoporosis
