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Chest

Decubitus Chest

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Quick technique

kVp
110–125
mAs
2–5
SID
72 in
Grid
Yes
Detector
35x43 cm (placed vertically relative to patient).
Breath
Full inspiration.

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Patient position
Lying on side (affected side DOWN for effusion, UP for pneumothorax).
Part position
Arms above head; spine straight; lie on side for ≥5 min before exposure.
Central ray
Horizontal, perpendicular to IR, at level of T7.
IR placement
35x43 cm (placed vertically relative to patient).

TechniqueDefault

kVp
110–125
mAs
2–5
SID
72 in
Grid
Yes
Breath
Full inspiration.
Detector
35x43 cm (placed vertically relative to patient).

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Anatomy coverage

Both lungs, dependent and non-dependent costophrenic angle visible.

Tech pearls

  • Affected side DOWN to layer effusion against lateral chest wall.
  • Affected side UP for pneumothorax to bring it to top.

Image evaluation

  • Affected side included (down for effusion, up for PTX)
  • Both CP angles visible
  • True horizontal beam

Common mistakes

  • Not waiting long enough for fluid to layer
  • Vertical beam (defeats purpose)
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