Exams
Spine

L-Spine

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Quick technique

kVp
80–90
mAs
25–50
SID
40 in
Grid
Yes
Detector
35x43 cm.
Breath
Suspend on expiration.

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Patient position
Supine for AP; lateral recumbent for lateral.
Part position
MSP centered; knees flexed for AP to reduce lordosis.
Central ray
Iliac crest (L4).
IR placement
35x43 cm.

TechniqueDefault

kVp
80–90
mAs
25–50
SID
40 in
Grid
Yes
Breath
Suspend on expiration.
Detector
35x43 cm.

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Anatomy coverage

T12 through sacrum (include SI joints on AP).

Tech pearls

  • Lateral L5/S1 spot often needs +5–10 kVp.
  • Sponge under waist on lateral keeps spine parallel to table.

Image evaluation

  • Open intervertebral disc spaces
  • Lateral: open IV foramina
  • Oblique: 'Scotty dogs' visible

Common mistakes

  • Rotation on lateral
  • Not enough density on L5/S1 spot
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Anatomy overview

L1–L5SacrumIntervertebral discsPediclesScotty dog: pedicle = eye, SP = nose, IAP = ear, etc.
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