Retrograde Urography Positioning Flashcards
What SID is ued in retrograde urography?
40”
What breath are retrograde urography images taken?
Suspended expiration
Where is the CR for an AP scout?
Enters at MSP perpendicular to the level of the iliac crest
How is the patient positioned for an AP scout?
Supine with no rotation
What structures are seen for an AP scout?
- Kidneys, bladder, and pubic symphysis are seen
Where is the CR for an AP pyelogram?
MSP perpendicular to the level of the iliac crest (or slightly higher)
What would you do to keep the contrast in the kidneys for an AP pyelogram?
Lower the head of the table 10-15 degrees
How much contrast is needed to fill the renal pelvis for an AP pyelogram?
3-5 mL
What structures are seen in an AP pyelogram?
- Contrast-filled renal pelves and calyces are seen
Where is the CR for an AP ureterogram?
MSP perpendicular to the level of the iliac crest (or slightly higher)
When would an exposure be made for an AP ureterogram?
While contrast is injected
Why would the head of the table need to be elevated for an AP ureterogram? How many degrees?
- To demonstrate motility of kidneys and show any tortuosity of ureters
- 35-40 degrees
How is the patient positioned for an AP ureterogram?
Supine with no rotation
What structures are seen for an AP ureterogram?
- Contrast filled ureters
- Demonstrates any abnormalities of the ureters
