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X - Ray Coccyx AP View
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Male, Female
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Overview
What is X - Ray Coccyx AP View?
X - Ray Coccyx AP View is used to show the most distal region of the spine in a lateral position. It is used in conjunction with the AP projection. It is used to show sacrum and coccyx anatomy, and to investigate the cause of coccyx pain.The coccyx, also known as the tailbone, is a small, triangular bone resembling a shortened tail located at the bottom of the spine. It is composed of three to five spinal bones.
This test is prescribed by the doctor in caseThe coccyx may be fractured when a person falls abruptly on his or her buttocks, and the coccyx may be fractured . In extreme cases, the coccyx may need to be surgically removed. This procedure is called a coccygectomy.
Why is X - Ray Coccyx AP View done?
- To find the cause of coccydynia (pain in the coccyx) that lasts for a long time
- To look for any injury or fracture of the coccyx (tailbone)
- To diagnose any suspected tumors (abnormal growth), infections or birth defects of the spine
Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about X - Ray Coccyx AP View
Frequently Asked Questions about X - Ray Coccyx AP View
Q. What are the drawbacks of a bone X-ray?
X-ray images give a very clear view of the bones. However, it does not provide a good visual image of the soft tissues like tendons, muscles or fat tissue under the skin. Even the bone microfractures or complicated spine injuries are not clearly visible on the X Ray images. Apart from this, it also exposes the patient to some amount of radiations but the benefit of the information gained from an X-ray image outweighs the risk of radiations.
Q. Who interprets the X-ray results?
The interpretation of an X-Ray image is carried out by a radiologist who analyses or reads the X-ray image and prepares a report of the findings which is shared with the patient.
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