Introduction: X-ray imaging is basic imaging of pelvis that can be used as independent examination or, in addition to other radiological methods of imaging. Radiographic protocols are procedures and rules by which we perform standard radiographic interventions. European guidelines represent accessible standards of good radiological practice that can be used as a basis for further development and improvement of certain procedures in radiological practice. Purpose: The purpose of the diploma is to present the protocol for x-ray imaging of the pelvis in AP projection and determine if there are any deviations between the protocols that are used in Slovenian health institutions and technical requirements recommended by the European guidelines. Methods: In the elaboration of diploma we used a descriptive method, with a study of domestic and foreign literature. For data collection we used a survey. Results: Most of the surveyed medical institutions use a digital diagnostic x-ray machine, size of picture field 35 x 43 cm, speed class 400, size of the focus 1mm, anti-scater grid (number of lammellas: 80/cm and grid ratio of 8:1), distance between nominal focal spot and picture field 115cm, size of kV is between 75 kV and 90 kV, automatic exposure control with ionization cells on both sides. Discussion and conclusion: Results of the research have partially confirmed our hypothesis, that between the protocols we are performing in Slovenian healthcare institutions and European guidelines, there are no differences. From a total of twelve, with seven questions we can compare with the proposed protocol. The deviations were in the case of total filtration, the number of lamellas per cm, the grid ratio and at use of the protection.
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