Part 2- On examination it is obvious that the patient has a head injury. He undergoes imaging to assess further. What imaging modality has been used and why? (1)

What contraindications are there to plain film X-rays?

(a)  

Label B indicates the (a)   hemisphere

Name one relative or absolute contraindication for MRI scanning.

List 2 reasons why we use ultrasound in antenatal imaging,

Part 1- A 75 year old woman presents with a painful LEFT wrist after a FOOSH. She has a history of an ankle fracture 2 years ago after an inversion injury and a fracture of her RIGHT wrist last year after slipping on ice. She is otherwise well and on no medication. Since her ankle fracture she has been more frail and walks with 2 sticks. Briefly explain the imaging modality used and why it was used in this case.

Part 2- The patient is diagnosed with a Colles fracture, she undergoes an operation to stabilise the fracture and subsequently visits her GP to discuss painkillers. Her GP notes she has had a number of fractures and is concerned she could have an underlying issue leading to an increased risk of fractures. What condition is the GP concerned about?

(a)  

List 3 risk factors that increase a woman's risk of developing Osteoporosis.

Define the term 'Fragility fracture' (1)