Friday, February, 10, 2012

Neck X-ray

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Alternative Names

X-ray - neck; Cervical spine x-ray; Lateral neck x-ray


Normal Values


What abnormal results mean

The test will detect fractures, dislocations, thinning of the bone (osteoporosis), and deformities in the curvature of the spine. The test may also detect bone spurs, disk problems, and wearing away of the vertebrae.

Additional conditions under which the test may be performed:

  • Cervical spondylosis
  • Croup syndrome
  • Epiglottitis
  • Foreign body aspiration

Review Date: 08/08/2009
Reviewed By: Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)