AP Neck Radiograph (X-Ray)
Summary:
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The AP view of the cervical spine (i.e., "c-spine") is one of 3 primary views used to evaluate for the presence of a cervical fracture or subluxation after a traumatic injury involving the head and/or neck.
- This page is dedicated to help you to learn the common anatomical landmarks and a process for how to read an AP neck x-ray.
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AP Neck Radiograph
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- Do the spinous process appear midline and evenly spaced?
- Do the heights of the vertebral bodies appear to be the same?
- Are the disk spaces uniform in height?
- Are all of the ucinate processes in proper locations and apparent symmetry?
Radiographic AP Neck Image
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How to Read
When reading any radiograph the clinician should establish a process or order they follow each time. While in no particular order, consider evaluating the following:
