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How to differentiate PA from AP view Chest Xray ?

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how do i tell which one is PA and AP?

asked Jun 15, 2015 in Health Professionals & Students Discussion by anonymous

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AP view-
1. Clavicle remains at top of lung field
2. Ribs lie more horizontal
3. Scapula comes in the lung field
4. Heart shadow looks larger
5. Usually bedridden and infants

PA view-
1. Clavicle in lung field
2. Ribs slanted
3. Scapula outwards from lung field
4. Heart shadow smaller
5. Usual view

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answered Jun 15, 2015 by admin Doctor of Medicine (10,059 points)
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