Babeh Edi

Elbow Head of Radius

Indications for imaging ? Fractured head of radius. equivocal on standard projections. Anatomy  Demonstrated Head of radius in profile without superimposition. Basic Patient Position Routine Lateral position Patient & Central ray Position for Radial Head Radiation protection The primary beam is directed towards the body,  Direct lead rubber gonad protection using a "half apron". Ensure the lower limbs and torso are not below the table top in the primary beam. Central Ray The central ray is angles 45 degrees to the film in the direction of the long axis of the humerus and centered to pass through he radial head Exposure Factors Kv mAS FFD (cm) Grid Focus AEC Cassette 65 5 100 No Fine No 18 x 24 cm Evaluation of the Image ID and markers must be present and correct in the appropriate area of the film Limits of the examination, superiorly distal 3 cm humerus, inferiorly proximal  3 cm forearm, laterally and medially the skin surfaces. Evidence of collimation on four sides equally around the centering point The radial head should be projected free of the humerus with only minimal overlap of the ulna. Exposure should be such that all bone and soft tissue detail is clearly visible Head of radius Rt Radiograph Related Projections Elbow AP Elbow Lat Elbow Axial Additional modalities