CAMRT Radiography Practice Exam

What is the position of the asthenic gallbladder compared to the sthenic gallbladder?

1. Superior and lateral

2. Superior and medial

3. Inferior and lateral

4. Inferior and medial

The correct answer is: Inferior and medial

The asthenic body type is characterized by a slender physique and a longer abdominal cavity. In individuals with this body type, the gallbladder is generally positioned lower in the abdominal cavity compared to those with a sthenic body type, who have a more average build with a shorter abdominal cavity. In the asthenic body type, the gallbladder is also typically found more towards the midline of the body due to the longer and narrower shape of the torso. This results in the gallbladder being located inferiorly (lower) and medially (closer to the center) when compared to its position in a sthenic individual, where it is more lateral (towards the side). Understanding this anatomical variation is important in radiography to ensure accurate imaging and assessments as the positioning can affect the visibility of structures on X-rays and other imaging modalities. Therefore, the correct position of the asthenic gallbladder is indeed inferior and medial relative to the sthenic gallbladder.