X-RAY OF STERNUM
Sternum Lateral (Erect)
Region: sternum, manubrium, sternal angle
Pathology: fracture of sternum
SID: 180 cm (72 inches)
Central Ray: perpendicular beam directed at the midpoint of jugular notch and xiphoid process
Respiration: suspended with deep inspiration
Position:
1. The patient is in an erect position.
2. Hyperextend the arm to avoid superimposition with the inspecting area.
3. Align the major axis of sternum to
the vertical axis of the image receptor (IR).
4. Place upper margin of the IR 4cm above the jugular notch.
Collimation: Include sternum.
Evaluation:
1. Sternum should
be shown in the true lateral position without superimposition.
2. The image from the proximal portion of manubrium to
the distal portion of xiphoid
process must be observed.
kVp-75, mAs-25
Tip:
1. For patient with big breasts, fasten the
breasts with bandage.
2. Take dorsal decubitus projection for patient with severe trauma.
