{"id":"69a231c2efd4f1d91750417f","name":"Spine X-Ray Scoliosis Assessment","slug":"spine-x-ray-scoliosis-assessment","description":"Structured template for PA and lateral radiographic evaluation of thoracic and lumbar spine with scoliosis assessment and spinal curvature measurements","category":{"modality":"X-Ray","system":"Spine"},"tags":["spine","scoliosis","thoracic","lumbar","curvature","kyphosis","lordosis","cobb angle","skeletal"],"sections":{"title":{"defaultText":"PA and Lateral Views of the Thoracic and Lumbar Spine","aiInstructions":"Use the imaging views specified in the technique section. Include body region and view types."},"clinicalHistory":{"defaultText":"[Patient-specific — populated at report time]","aiInstructions":"Ask the user for: patient age, sex, presenting complaint, relevant clinical history, and reason for the exam. This section contextualizes the entire report. Always include it."},"comparison":{"defaultText":"No prior studies available for comparison.","aiInstructions":"If prior studies are mentioned, document the date and type. If no comparison is available, use default text."},"technique":{"defaultText":"PA and lateral radiographic views of the thoracic and lumbar spine were obtained.","aiInstructions":"Document the specific views performed (PA, lateral, oblique, etc.). Include anatomical regions imaged. Note any technical limitations in visualization."},"findings":{"defaultText":"Detailed assessment of spinal alignment, curvature, and anatomical structures.","aiInstructions":"Organize findings by anatomical region and structure. Include all measurements with specific angle values. Document method of measurement (Cobb method). Note any limitations in assessment.","fields":[{"name":"Scoliosis","defaultText":"No scoliosis identified.","aiInstructions":"Document presence, direction (right or left concavity), severity (mild, moderate, severe), anatomical extent, and Cobb angle measurement in degrees. Include any progression compared to prior studies if available."},{"name":"Thoracic Kyphosis","defaultText":"Normal thoracic kyphosis.","aiInstructions":"Document degree of kyphosis with specific angle measurement. Describe as normal, increased, or decreased. Include measurement value in degrees."},{"name":"Lumbar Lordosis","defaultText":"Normal lumbar lordosis.","aiInstructions":"Document degree of lordosis with specific angle measurement. Describe as normal, increased, or decreased. Include measurement value in degrees."},{"name":"Iliac Apophyses","defaultText":"Iliac apophyses are well visualized and appear normal.","aiInstructions":"Assess visualization and maturity status if visible. Document if not well visualized or if assessment is limited."},{"name":"Vertebral Bodies","defaultText":"Vertebral bodies are intact without acute abnormality.","aiInstructions":"Document alignment, height, signal characteristics, and any fractures, deformities, or degenerative changes if present."},{"name":"Intervertebral Discs","defaultText":"Intervertebral disc spaces are maintained.","aiInstructions":"Document disc space heights and any narrowing or degenerative changes if visible on radiographs."},{"name":"Technical Limitations","defaultText":"Complete spine imaging on a single film was not possible.","aiInstructions":"Document any limitations in visualization or measurement accuracy due to positioning, field of view, or technical factors. Note if entire spine is not visualized on single film."}]},"impression":{"defaultText":"Mild concave right scoliosis of the thoracolumbar spine measuring 4 to 5 degrees by Cobb method. Mildly increased thoracic kyphosis measuring 35 degrees. Increased lumbar lordosis measuring 55 to 56 degrees.","aiInstructions":"Summarize the primary findings in concise clinical language. Include specific diagnoses, measurements, and severity. List abnormalities in order of clinical significance. Avoid recommendations unless explicitly stated in the original report."}},"aiUsageInstructions":{"summary":"Use this template to generate a complete Spine X-Ray Scoliosis Assessment radiology report.","steps":["1. Collect patient clinical history from the user (age, sex, clinical indication).","2. Confirm whether prior studies are available for comparison.","3. For the Technique section, use defaultText or adapt based on actual acquisition parameters.","4. For each field in sections.findings.fields: ask the user for the finding or infer from clinical context. Use defaultText if the structure is normal.","5. Generate the Impression by summarizing the most significant findings from step 4.","6. Use the aiInstructions for each section to guide the depth and format of the content.","7. Maintain formal radiology report language throughout. Passive voice preferred.","8. If any finding is abnormal, quantify it with measurements and describe its imaging characteristics."],"language":"Formal radiology report language. Passive voice preferred. Avoid first-person pronouns.","format":"Numbered impression list. Prose findings paragraphs or structured field-by-field format both acceptable.","units":"Report measurements in centimeters (cm) for masses, millimeters (mm) for small structures."},"meta":{"canonicalUrl":"https://radiluxreports.com/templates/spine-x-ray-scoliosis-assessment","claudeApiUrl":"https://radiluxreports.com/templates/api/claude/spine-x-ray-scoliosis-assessment","useInDashboardUrl":"https://radiluxreports.com/?templateId=69a231c2efd4f1d91750417f","apiUrl":"https://radiluxreports.com/templates/api/spine-x-ray-scoliosis-assessment","updatedAt":"2026-03-01T00:12:16.443Z","license":"Free for clinical and educational use. Attribution appreciated."}}