I particularly like the section where he points out the differences between the T1 transverse process and the C7 transverse process, and the idea of the articular pillar having a sinusoidal margin on the frontal projection, which becomes really handy to know later in this learning pathway when he discusses facet joint degeneration. The anatomy that Matt chooses to focus on is particularly useful from an interpretation perspective, like appreciating the normal anteroinferior margin of the vertebral body on the lateral projection and the normal airway outline on the AP projection. He assumes a basic level of existing anatomy knowledge, so I've created some additional annotated images for you to scroll through to supplement this. Matt begins his lecture by running through some normal cervical spine radiographic anatomy. Report problem MENU NEXT Audio transcript demonstrated the intervertebral foramina of the side positioned closer to the image receptor.demonstrates the intervertebral foramina of the side positioned further from the image receptor.also known as a 'peg' projection it demonstrates the C1 (atlas) and C2 (axis).anterior-posterior relationship of the vertebral bodies.
soft tissue structures around the c spine.anteroposterior projection of the cervical spine demonstrating the vertebral bodies and intervertebral spaces.Note: in the absence of CT 5 views of the C-spine should be performed: AP, lateral, obliques and odontoid 5. IndicationsĬervical spine radiographs are indicated for a variety of settings including 1-3:Ī decision to pursue C-spine imaging of any kind should be cross-referenced with the 'Canadian C-Spine Rule' for C-spine imaging due to its high sensitivity and specificity 4. The cervical spine series is a set of radiographs taken to investigate the bony structures of the cervical spine, albeit commonly replaced by the CT, the cervical spine series is an essential trauma radiograph for all radiographers to understand.