Back and Thorax Anatomy

by Gerald R. Aben, MD FACR

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General thoughts

• 2 dimensional representation of 3 dimensional object

• Think of collapse of structure front to back • Presentation in Anatomic position for frontal

images • Lateral images looking at right side of patient

anterior to your right

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Posterior Arch

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