Computed tomographic pelvimetry

Journal Article · Wed Oct 01 04:00:00 EDT 1986 · J. Reprod. Med.; (United States)

OSTI ID:7088750

Lenke, R R; Shuman, W P

Pelvimetry can be performed on a computed tomographic (CT) scanner using anteroposterior and lateral scanned projection radiographs (Scout View) plus a single CT slice through the low pelvis. This technique yields accurate measurements of the maternal pelvis that do not need compensation for magnification. The fetal lie and presentation can be easily assessed, along with the fetal neck for hyperextension. In addition, the total radiation dose to both mother and fetus is significantly lower than with routine plain film pelvimetry. Since the procedure is quick, easy to perform and competitive in cost, CT pelvimetry should be the procedure of choice in those rare instances in which pelvimetry is indicated.

• Research Organization: Univ. of Washington, Seattle
• OSTI ID: 7088750
• Journal Information: J. Reprod. Med.; (United States), Journal Name: J. Reprod. Med.; (United States) Vol. 10; ISSN JRPMA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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62 RADIOLOGY AND NUCLEAR MEDICINE
ANIMALS
BODY
BODY AREAS
COMPUTERIZED TOMOGRAPHY
DIAGNOSTIC TECHNIQUES
DIAGNOSTIC USES
DOSES
FEMALES
MAMMALS
MAN
PATIENTS
PELVIS
PREGNANCY
PRIMATES
RADIATION DOSES
SIZE
TOMOGRAPHY
USES
VERTEBRATES
WOMEN