Imaging of the Cervical Spine > Interpretation > The Lateral View
The Lateral View
The lateral view is the most important film of all.
Interpretation follows the mnemonic AABCDS.
First, is the film Adequate?
An adequate film should include all 7 vertebrae and C7-T1 junction. It should also have correct density and show the soft tissue and bony structures well.
An example of a perfect c-spine film
