Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy is an advanced diagnostic centre and a NABL/Nabh accredited diagnostic centre where you can get your X-ray right SI joint AP/Oblique View diagnosis. This X-ray can assist in assessing the right sacroiliac joint (SIJ), the joint between the sacrum and the right iliac (pelvic) bone. It shows the doctor images of the joint and the surrounding bones, allowing them to get a better view of pain, inflammation, trauma, and other bone abnormalities.

About X-Ray Right SI Joint AP/Oblique View

X-ray Right SI joint AP/Oblique view is an X-ray of the right sacroiliac (SI) joint taken at the AP angle and with an oblique angle. In the AP (Anteroposterior) view, you should see the joint in the frontal plane, and the oblique view should show the joint from an angle. With the images, doctors can be able to check the joint space, alignment of bones and adjacent tissues. It may also identify changes that are happening due to arthritis, inflammation, or damage to the sacroiliac (SI) joint.

What is X-Ray Right SI Joint AP/Oblique View?

X-ray SI Joint AP/Oblique View (on the right SI joint) uses a small amount of ionising radiation to produce images of the right SI joint. This joint is at the base of the spine (sacrum) and the right pelvic bone. The X-rays are also taken in AP and oblique positions at the time of examination. These views are useful to the radiologist for joint alignment, bone structure, joint space narrowing, and other visible bony changes and any abnormal structures seen. The outcome can help the physician who is treating the patient determine the cause of pain in the patient's lumbosacral (low back) region, the pelvis, or on the right side of the buttocks.

Common Reasons for X-Ray Right SI Joint AP/Oblique View

• Evaluation of the right SI joint for established inflammatory or degenerative changes. MRI is often needed for early inflammation.
• Joint Change Suggestive of Osteoarthritis and/or Inflammatory Arthritis: Reviewing joint changes that are suggestive of osteoarthritis or inflammatory arthropathies.
• Injury: Evaluation for fractures or other bone injuries around the right sacroiliac joint after trauma, such as a road traffic accident.
• Changes in the Joint Space: Parts of the joint space that look narrower or have irregularities or changes.
• Follow-Up Evaluation: The patient will continue to be monitored for any abnormalities seen in his/her right sacroiliac joint, if the doctor prescribes it.

Conditions Evaluated

Sacroiliac Joint Arthritis

The exam may reveal changes in the joints, along with a narrowing or constriction of the joints, or other signs of a degenerative or inflammatory disease of the joints.

Ankylosing Spondylitis

X-rays can also be used toX-rays can show SI joint changes in ankylosing spondylitis, such as irregularity, sclerosis and, in late stages, joint fusion from the joint irregularity, sclerosis, and sometimes joint fusion that could also occur in cases of chronic tenosynovitis.

Joint Degeneration

The examination can be used to determine any degenerative changes of the right SI joint, as well as bony structure and joint space changes around the joint.

Bone Injuries and Structural Abnormalities

X-rays may show some fractures and alignment abnormalities. CT may be needed for further assessment of the X-rays at the right sacroiliac joint and surrounding bones.

Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?

Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy is an advanced multi-specialty molecular diagnostic centre comprising departments of Radiology/Nuclear Medicine and Pathology to provide single-centre care. We are technologically advanced and use a modern approach to your X-rays, with well-trained personnel, patient positioning, and comprehensive reporting. We provide efficient and consistent diagnostic services to meet standards and create a patient-centred approach to diagnostics.

Book Your X-Ray Right SI Joint AP/Oblique View

If you have been referred to come in for an XRay Right SI Joint AP/Oblique View, please call Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy to make an appointment for this XRay. Carry your doctor's prescription and old X-rays, reports, and medical records (if any). Let the radiology staff know if there is the potential for a pregnancy prior to the exam.