Anatomy of Hip X-rays

Dr. Morton, The Noted Anatomist, explains the anatomy visible in AP and lateral views of hip X-rays. The video covers the setup for taking these X-rays and details the anatomical structures visible in each view, including the sacrum, Os coxa, ilium, pubis, acetabulum, and femur. The video also describes the differences between the AP and lateral views, highlighting key features such as the greater and lesser sciatic notches, the ischial spine, and the trochanters of the femur.

What is the standard positioning for an AP view of the right hip in an x-ray?

• Patient stands with feet apart

• Patient lies down with feet close together

• Patient sits with legs crossed

• Patient stands on one leg

Which structure is identified as the Os coxa in the AP view of the hip?

• Sacrum

• Ilium

• Ischium

• Pubis

What is the function of the obturator foramen?

• Allows passage of the femoral artery

• Connects the sacrum to the ilium

• Serves as an attachment for the adductor muscles

• Provides an opening for the obturator nerve, artery, and vein

Which part of the acetabulum is located at the back?

• Anterior acetabular rim

• Posterior acetabular rim

• Dome of the acetabulum

• Greater sciatic notch

What is the role of the fovea in the femoral head?

• Attachment for the ligament of the femoral head

• Articulation with the acetabulum

• Passage for blood vessels

• Support for the greater trochanter

In the lateral view of the hip, what is the position of the patient's leg?

• Adducted and internally rotated

• Abducted and externally rotated

• Crossed over the other leg

• Straight and parallel to the body

What is another name for the lateral view of the hip?

• Oblique view

• Frog leg view

• Bird's eye view

• Side view