Lumbosacral spine x-ray : Risks & Considerations (X-ray - lumbosacral spine, X-ray

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Lumbosacral spine x-ray

Alternate Names : X-ray - lumbosacral spine, X-ray - lower spine

Risks

There is low radiation exposure. X-rays are monitored and regulated to provide the minimum amount of radiation exposure needed to produce the image. Most experts feel that the risk is low compared with the benefits.

Pregnant women and children are more sensitive to the risks of x-rays.

Special Considerations

There are a number of back problems that an x-ray will not detect because they involve the muscles, nerves, and other soft tissues. A lumbosacral spine CT or lumbosacral spine MRI are better options for soft tissue disorders.

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Lumbosacral spine x-ray : Risks
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Skeletal spine
Vertebra, lumbar (low back)
Vertebra, thoracic (mid back)
Vertebral column
Sacrum
Posterior spinal anatomy

Review Date : 2/22/2009
Reviewed By : Linda Vorvick, MD, Family Physician, Seattle Site Coordinator, Lecturer, Pathophysiology, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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