This
is a supine view to show the general layout of abdominal viscera. Note the
slightly lower position of the right kidney compared to the left, due to the
liver mass. Note the position of the spleen and liver edge. Note also the
normal gas shadow in the antrum of the stomach. When considering abdominal
films in patients with abdominal pathology, it is often essential to have an
erect film in addition to the one shown. These two films are complementary in
showing abnormalities. Look for bowel gas patterns, renal and gall bladder
calculi, the psoas outlines, the normality of the bone structure, and check
also the hernial orifices.
