Positioning Sternal recumbency Extend forelimbs cranially If sedated/GA extend hind limbs caudally, but a conscious dog may well lie with its leg as the shown photo Use sandbags as required to restrain Centre in midline (over spine) just caudally to costal arch Collimate to cover diaphragm down to pelvic outlet Ensure L/R marker in primary beam.
What to look for Ensure not rotated, and no respiratory motion artefact.
Top tips Can be a useful view in a conscious patient.
