read the article that is in the images and write the most important data 11:51 p. m. Mar 28 mar.190web.whatsapp.comPART TWO Radiographic Positioning and Related AnatomyFurther ViewsIn case of injury, for gastric contrast studies, or with concern about fluid or free air, other views can be taken.DorsoventralThe DV view can be used in lieu of the VD view if the animalis compromised in the VD position or if an alternative viewis needed for contrast studies.PositioningPlace In: Ventral recumbency.Head: Gently pull forward and carefully place a sandbagover the neck and head taking care not to restrictbreathing.Forelimbs: Extend slightly forward in a fairly natural posi-tion. Place sandbags over each elbow.Hind Limbs: Keep in a natural position, and place a sandbagover each limb near the stifle.MEASURE, CENTRAL RAY, BORDERS: Same as for theVD view.Comments and Tips• Place any identification or markers adjacent to the correctside of the abdomen.• Ensure that the body is evenly positioned so that the twosides of the rib cage appear equidistant.•Ideally a straight line should be imagined connecting thepoint of the nose with the caudal midline.• Ensure that the sternum and spine are superimposed; theimage receptor and central ray are perpendicular to both.• Expose immediately at the end phase of expiration.During expiration there is a maximum amount of spacefor the abdominal contents as the lungs contract and thediaphragm relaxes.TECHNICIAN NOTES Collimate; ensure that labels/markers are included and that borders are visible for everyimage.ЯBFIGURE 18-6 A, Dorsoventral positioning. B, Dorsoventral radiograph of the abdomen of a canine.46% 11:51 p. m. Mar 28 mar.252 de 633web.whatsapp.comLateral Decubitus (Ventrodorsal View withThe lateral decubitus should be considered if fluid or freegas is suspected, such as in evaluation of gas-capped fluidlevels that may be found in an abscess or in a bowel loop,or if the animal will be harmed if placed in an alternateposition. Small amounts of fluid may not be identifiedradiographically.PositioningPlace In: Right lateral recumbency on a thick foam pador equivalent (to allow the dependent portion of theabdomen to be in the field of view).Head: Keep in a natural position and hold appropriatelywith a sandbag over the neck taking care not to restrictbreathing.Forelimbs: Pull cranially and sandbag. Place a small foampad between the front limbs to help eliminate rotation ofthe cranial abdomen.Hind Limbs: Pull and sandbag caudally to prevent superim-position of the femoral muscles that can mask portionsof the bladder and prostate area. Placing a foam pad ofsuitable thickness between the femurs helps eliminaterotation of the caudal abdomen and pelvis.CHAPTER 18 Small Animal Abdomen@46 %Horizontal Beam)Sternum: Elevate the ventral abdomen with wedged spongesso the sternum is at the same plane as the thoracicvertebrae.191Comments and Tips. The position is described according to the side of thepatient closer to the table (i.e., right decubitus if thepatient is in right lateral recumbency). Place the imagereceptor vertically behind the patient.The horizontal beam will be directed ventrodorsally,entering the sternum and exiting the vertebrae.Expose immediately at the end phase of expiration; thishelps ensure that the diaphragm is positioned craniallyand is not compressing the abdominal contents.• Ensure that the sternum and spine are on the same plane;the central ray and image receptor are perpendicular toboth.MEASURE, CENTRAL RAY, BORDERS: Proceed as for the ventrodorsal view.If free gas is suspected, wait at least 5 minutes once inposition prior to the exposure to allow dorsal collectionof the gas.FIGURE 18-7 Positioning of a dog for lateral decubitus-ventrodorsal view with a horizontal beam. The patient is usuallyplaced on a thick foam pad.

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The article discusses the alternate views of the patient for gastric studies if the patient has any…