During a cervical discography, which position is the patient placed in?

During a cervical discography, the patient is typically positioned supine, with the neck hyperextended and slightly rotated to facilitate access to the cervical intervertebral discs. This positioning allows the interventional radiologist to accurately target the discs while minimizing discomfort and ensuring a clear imaging pathway.

Hyperextending the neck opens up the disc spaces, making them more accessible for needle insertion and contrast injection. This orientation helps in visualizing the target area more effectively during imaging procedures, such as fluoroscopy or CT, and can improve the accuracy of the procedure.

The specific rotation to the right provides better access to discs that may need evaluation, depending on the clinical scenario and the anatomy of the patient. Therefore, this positioning is essential for obtaining optimal results during the cervical discography procedure.