Imaging of the abdomen Flashcards
1
Q
Does the pancreas show up on plain film?
A
No, it is obscured by other organs… unless… there is long term pancreatitis leading to calcium deposits.
2
Q
What would you use to visualize bowel obstruction?
A
CT
3
Q
What is the rule of threes for small bowel?
A
Greater than 3cm dilatation, greater than 3 a-f levels = obstruction
4
Q
What is the pouch of douglas?
A
Space posterior to the rectum
5
Q
What is morrison’s pouch?
A
Hepatorenal recess of subhepatic space
6
Q
What is involved in the acute abdominal series?
A
CXR, upright and supine radiographs
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