Possibilities for obtaining the length-measured images of skeleton using modern X-rays equipment

Modern traumatology and orthopaedics is inconceivable without high-quality X-rays diagnostics. In the recent years special equipment that enables to obtain the length-measured images of different parts of a human body was introduced into clinical practice. The details of examination process, i.e. the position of a patient, position of an extremity and many others require special knowledge and experience. The aim of the study is to optimize the possibilities for obtaining the length-measured images of the different parts of a skeleton using modern X-rays equipment. The peculiarities of the determination of segments’ axes and length in patients with lower extremity deformities and shortening are presented; the most typical mistakes are analyzed. The results of the study are of great importance for medical expertise as well as for data documentation in practical, scientific and teaching activities.

leg deformity, leg length discrepancy, roentgenography, x-ray equipment, diagnostic radiology