Mastering Skull Imaging
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Which of the following is a reason why skull films are difficult to interpret?

  • The complexity of the bony construction (correct)
  • The superimposition of the facial skeleton over the skull vault
  • The obscuring detail caused by the petrous temporal bone
  • The presence of arterial and venous markings
  • What is the main risk associated with fractures of the skull base?

  • Spread of infection to the intracranial contents
  • Difficulty in demonstrating the fractures
  • Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak (correct)
  • Thin and flat nature of the bones
  • Why are fractures of the skull base hard to demonstrate?

  • Thin and flat nature of the bones (correct)
  • Presence of arterial and venous markings
  • Superimposition of the facial skeleton over the skull vault
  • Complexity of the bony construction
  • What must a radiographer have a good understanding of in order to produce high-quality skull images?

    <p>Relevant anatomy, positioning landmarks, and equipment used for imaging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What obscures detail in the lower part of the skull vault?

    <p>Dense petrous temporal bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

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