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Lecture: Basic Projections for AP and Lateral Leg X-rays

This lecture covers the basic projections for AP and Lateral leg X-rays, including exposure factors, patient positioning, part positioning, central ray placement and structures shown. It provides a comprehensive guide for capturing clear and accurate images of the tibia and fibula in both views.

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Lecture: Basic Projections for AP and Lateral Leg X-rays

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  1. Lecture (15 )

  2. leg • Basic projections • AP • Lateral AP leg Exposure Factors Patient Position ٍSupine with leg extended Part position Adjust leg to cassette Adjust leg to anatomic position Slightly invert toes Include both joints

  3. Central Ray Perpendicular • Center Point Mid point of leg • Structure shown Entire tibia & fibula in AP view with both ankle &knee joint

  4. Exposure Factors • Lateral leg patient Position ٍSupine and roll onto affected side Part position Adjust leg to cassette Adjust leg to lateral position Include both joints Central Ray Perpendicular Center Point Mid point of leg

  5. Structure shown Entire tibia & fibula in lateral View with both ankle &knee joints

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