Name: Abdomen Left Lateral Decubitus Position
Procedure: The patient lies on the left side with a horizontal beam to detect free air when upright imaging is not possible. The right side is elevated to separate free air from the stomach bubble.
Patient Position: Left side lying
Region: Abdomen
Projection: Decubitus
Beam Direction: Horizontal beam
Type of Study: Diagnostic
This dataset is informed by widely accepted radiographic positioning standards used across clinical practice, including guidance from professional bodies such as the American Society of Radiologic Technologists and general principles reflected in commonly used radiography curricula.
It is an original work and does not reproduce or rely on proprietary content from commercial textbooks such as Bontrager or Merrills. For informational purposes only, not patient care.