Term 3 -MSK SA- Thoracic

How many radiographic views are required to

image bone and joints?

Answer explanation

•A radiographic study is a 2D representation of 3D structures

• A radiographic study MUST include at least 2 views that are 900 from each other (ie VD and Lateral)- Orthogonal Views

Name one radiographic view used for interpreting musculoskeletal diseases?

Answer explanation

For assessing MSK conditions we need at least two main views at the normal limb or joint position; Ventro- Dorsal and Right or Left lateral view in addition to special views used to image certain joints/ regions ex: Elbow joints, we use lateral view in flexed position and bicipital groove of the humerus, we use the skyline view.

When would you recommend conducting a radiographic study on the thoracic limbs?

Answer explanation

• Lameness

• Assessment of abnormal limb angulation or limb deformity

•Limb swelling.

•Atrophy of the adjacent muscles

• Evaluation of inherited or developmental conditions

-Skeletal surveys for metastatic or infectious bone diseases.

• - Sequential studies for assessing the degree of improvement or deterioration

Which radiographic view is that?

• Cranio- Caudal

• Dorso-Ventral

• Dorso- Palmar

• Dorso- Plantar

Answer explanation

The correct answer is Dorso- Palmar!

This is an X-ray image of the forelimb below the carpal joint, where the five digits can be detected. The X-ray enters from the Dorsal aspect of the foot and exit through the palmar aspect.

which radiographic view is that?

• Ventro-Dorsal

• Lateral

• Rostro-Caudal

• Cranio-Caudal

Answer explanation

The correct answer is Ventro-Dorsal view.

This image represents a radiographic study on the pelvis of a dog. The View is described as Ventro-Dorsal view, as the animal is placed on dorsal recumbency where X-ray beam enters from the Ventral aspect and exit through the back.