X-Ray DL Spine Lateral is a side-view radiographic examination of the dorsolumbar spine. The examination provides detailed assessment of the vertebrae, spinal alignment, vertebral body height, and surrounding bony structures, helping diagnose fractures, compression fractures, degenerative changes, spinal deformities, and other abnormalities affecting the dorsolumbar spine.
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X-Ray DL Spine Lateral is a diagnostic imaging examination that captures a side-view (Lateral) image of the dorsolumbar (DL) spine, the junction between the thoracic and lumbar spine, using low-dose X-ray radiation.
It is commonly performed to evaluate back pain, spinal trauma, suspected fractures, compression fractures, degenerative changes, spinal deformities, osteoporosis-related vertebral collapse, and other abnormalities affecting the dorsolumbar spine.
DL Spine refers to the dorsolumbar spine, the transition region between the thoracic (dorsal) spine and the lumbar spine, typically including the T10–L2 vertebrae.
The examination visualizes the dorsolumbar vertebrae, intervertebral disc spaces, vertebral bodies, spinal alignment, and surrounding bony structures.
Yes. It is commonly used to identify fractures of the dorsolumbar vertebrae, including compression fractures caused by trauma or osteoporosis.