Scoliosis

Question 1

-abnormal or exaggerated lateral curvature of the spine
-most common in kids 10-14
-more common in girls

Answer 1

Scoliosis

Question 2

What do radiographic images of scoliosis demonstrate?

Answer 2

-amount/degree of curvature that occurs with force of gravity
-evaluated fixation devices (Harrington rods)
-bending studies (primary, compensatory curves)

Question 3

What is the minimum SID used to demonstrate the entire spine with one exposure

Answer 3

Min 60” (152cm)

Question 4

T/F
Special radiation protection requirements are used for scoliosis imaging

Answer 4

True

Question 5

What projections are done for a basic scoliosis series?

Answer 5

-AP/PA erect
-erect lateral

Question 6

What special projections are done for scoliosis?

Answer 6

-AP - right and left bending
-lateral - hyperflexion and hyper extension

Question 7

-upright, facing vertical IR
-MCP parallel to IR
-arms abducted and not in field
-lower IR border 1-2” below iliac crest

Answer 7

PA (AP) thoracolumbar

Question 8

-upright, lateral
-MCP perpendicular to IR
-arms at right angle to body
-lower IR border 1-2” below iliac crest

Answer 8

Lateral thoracolumbar