Waters' view
Waters' view
Waters' view (pronunciation: /ˈwɔːtərz vjuː/) is a radiographic view used in radiology to visualize the sinuses, particularly the maxillary sinuses and the ethmoid sinuses. It is named after the American radiologist, Arthur Schuller, who is often mistakenly referred to as Waters due to a misattribution.
Etymology
The term "Waters' view" is a misnomer. The view was actually developed by Arthur Schuller, a radiologist from the early 20th century. However, it was mistakenly attributed to Cecil Price Waters, another radiologist from the same era. Despite the error, the term "Waters' view" has been widely adopted in the medical community.
Procedure
In a Waters' view, the patient is positioned in such a way that the x-ray beam is projected through the anterior aspect of the face, capturing an image of the sinuses. This view is particularly useful for identifying sinusitis, fractures, and other abnormalities in the maxillary and ethmoid sinuses.
Related Terms
- Radiology: The medical specialty that uses medical imaging to diagnose and treat diseases within the body.
- Maxillary sinuses: The largest of the paranasal sinuses, they are located in the cheek area and drain into the nasal cavity.
- Ethmoid sinuses: These are a group of small sinuses located between the eyes and just behind the bridge of the nose.
- Sinusitis: An inflammation or swelling of the tissue lining the sinuses.
- Cecil Price Waters: An American radiologist, often mistakenly credited with the development of the Waters' view.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Waters' view
- Wikipedia's article - Waters' view
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