Pediatric spinal sonography. Part I: Anatomy and examination technique

Area of Science:

• Radiology
• Medical Imaging
• Anatomy

Background:

• Spinal imaging is crucial for diagnosing various neurological and musculoskeletal conditions.
• Accurate visualization of intra- and paraspinal structures is essential for effective diagnosis and treatment planning.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present the sonographic anatomy of key spinal regions.
• To detail the examination techniques for high-resolution ultrasonography of the spine.
• To illustrate the utility of ultrasonography in differentiating spinal structures.

Main Methods:

• High-resolution ultrasonography was employed.
• Detailed examination techniques were utilized for specific spinal regions.
• Sonographic images were analyzed to identify intra- and paraspinal structures.

Main Results:

• High-resolution ultrasonography significantly differentiates intra- and paraspinal structures.
• The study presents the sonographic anatomy of the os sacrum, lumbar, and dorsal spinal canal.
• Sonographic visualization of the cranio-cervical junction is also detailed.

Conclusions:

• Ultrasonography is a valuable tool for visualizing spinal anatomy.
• The presented techniques enable accurate differentiation of spinal structures.
• This imaging modality aids in the assessment of spinal conditions.