Abdomen

The visibility of structures is highly variable but look for the following even if you see very few on any one exam.

1. Gastric and bowel gas - Is amount and location normal?
2. Check for organ size of liver, spleen, and kidneys if visible.
3. Check for free peritoneal air - Remember position of patient will change location of free air.
4. Look for calcifications and masses - can they be localized to a specific structure.
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