Incorrect Total Hip Region of Interest/GE Healthcare

Case Description:

In this GE Healthcare dual femur scan, the technologist did not scan down far enough in the shaft of both femurs. Therefore, there is no total hip data reported. Notice that a portion of the ischium is painted out where there is femoral neck overlap.

Credit:

Sarah L Morgan, MD, RD, CCD, The University of Alabama at Birmingham

References:

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