An abdominal x-ray invertogram View is a particular type of abdomen x-ray that is used on young children. It is used to assess the degree of rectal or anal atresia. When a bodily channel is closed off or absent, it is called atresia.
This view is to indicate the distance between the gas bubble in the terminal colon and the perineal skin and allows the classification of anal atresia in neonates. The image is usually obtained 24 hours after birth, to allow for small fistulas to become clear.
• Patient is held from their lower limbs
• No hips and shoulders rotation
• Remove any radiopaque items such as ECG dots, diapers, shiny decorative clothing
• Take the x-ray with full inspiration
• A radiopaque marker i.e coin is placed over the expected anus using radiolucent tape
No side effects/ risks are there.