Hip and Femur Positioning Flashcards

Flashcards relating to hip and femur positioning

Would an image of the hip need to be repeated if a portion of the prostheses is cut off?

Yes

What might excessive external rotation of one foot indicate?

Fracture

Less abduction of the femur (20-30 degrees) on an AP bilateral frog leg projection provides what advantage?

Least foreshortening of femoral neck

What indicates a true AP on exams of the proximal femur?

Femoral neck + Greater trochanter is seen

Can gonadal shielding be used for females on an AP pelvis projection?

No

Where should the CR be centered For a AP pelvis projections?

2 inches above pubic symphysis, 2 inches below Asis