In this video, I review a basic approach and search pattern for the CT of the lumbar spine. This is a very commonly ordered exam, particularly in the emergency room setting. I hope this brief review helps serve as a useful introduction. Thank you for watching!
Outline:
Intro- 0:00
Alignment- 1:25
Vertebral body height- 3:35
Fracture search- 5:21
Soft tissues- 6:51
Outro- 9:12
Scrollable case courtesy of Radiopedia:
Bickle I, Normal CT lumbar spine. Case study, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 01 Oct 2023) doi.org/10.53347/rID-53981
Email: jake@jakegibbonsmd.com
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5 июл 2024
