It is sometimes abbreviated to AXR, or KUB (for kidneys, ureters, and urinary bladder). In children, abdominal x-ray is indicated in the acute setting: Suspected bowel obstruction or gastrointestinal perforation; Abdominal x-ray will demonstrate most cases of bowel obstruction, by showing dilated bowel loops. [1]

2023年9月19日 · A systematic approach to AXR interpretation is essential to avoid missing significant pathological changes. Determine the ownership, adequacy and technical quality of the film. Name and date of birth of the patient and date radiograph was performed.

2024年6月7日 · AXR (abdominal radiograph) Abdominal radiography can be useful in many settings. Before the advent of CT , it was a primary means of investigating gastrointestinal pathology and often allowed indirect evaluation of other abdominal viscera.

2016年6月8日 · Begin abdominal X-ray interpretation by checking the following details: Patient details: name, date of birth and unique identification number. Previous imaging: useful for comparison. Assess the projection of the abdominal X-ray. Typical projections of an abdominal X …

The abdominal radiograph (AXR) is performed almost exclusively in the supine position and in the AP (anteroposterior) projection, i.e. the x-ray beam passes through the patient from front to back. Historically the abdominal radiograph was performed in both supine and erect postures, but this practice has been discontinued due to concerns over ...

An approach to reviewing an abdominal x-ray (AXR) will create a foundation that will facilitate the detection of abnormalities. You should create your own strategy. There is no correct way to analyze the images. Consistency and thoroughness are good general strategies. With time, and repetition, the process will become subconscious.

Abdominal x rays expose patients to significant doses of radiation and have limited use in emergency medicine. This review explores the evidence supporting the use of abdominal x rays in the emergency department, with particular reference to recent guidelines published by the Royal College of Radiologists.

2016年8月20日 · This chapter aims to provide the reader with a checklist of structures to look at when interpreting an AXR. Technical factors The abdomen is almost exclusively soft tissue with air in the GI tract. Radiographic exposure factors are less critical than for the…

2023年9月19日 · perform a left lateral AXR -> can see free air under diaphragm and above liver; gas on x-ray may persist for 7/7 post laparotomy; supine AXR:-> Rigler sign: both inner and outer borders of bowel well defined-> football sign: air outlines the …

The course focuses on imaging interpretation with a deep-dive into CXR and AXR film analysis. You'll learn how to assess the quality of a radiograph, identify normal features, and detect key abnormalities using a systematic approach.