Radiology Thoracic Positioning

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Lateral thoracic positioning

Lat. recumbency, standardly right side, front legs extended cranially, back legs restrained appropiately, sponge may be used for true lateral

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VD thoracic positioning

Dorsal recumbency, sternum directly over spine, positioning device ideal, front legs extended cranially with nose between legs/elbows, back legs restrained appropiately

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Centering

Vertical section of cross hatch should be centered just caudal to caudal section of scapula

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Collimation

Front edge of collimator light is over the cranial border of scapula with back edge on or just cranial to the last rib

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Anatomy Identification

Heart, spina, lungs, vena cava, aorta, trachea, sternum, spine