Our data suggest that elective induction of labour at term (at 37 weeksâ gestation or more) is associated with a decreased odds of perinatal death without an associated decrease in spontaneous vertex delivery. However, there was an increased risk of neonatal admission to a special care unit.
Thoracic spine x-ray. A thoracic spine x-ray is an x-ray of the twelve chest (thoracic) bones (vertebrae). The vertebrae are separated by flat pads of cartilage called disks that provide a cushion between the bones. The test is done in a hospital radiology department or in the health care provider's office.
Each of the vertebrae in the spinal column has a specific shape which is designed to protect the spinal cord from injury. The T12 vertebra is located in the last position of the thoracic section of the spine, and sits just above the lumbar section.The portion of the spinal cord that the thoracic vertebrae protect is known as the thoracic cord.This part of the cord controls abdominal muscles.he T12 vertebra is located in the last position of the thoracic section of the spine, and sits just above the lumbar section. The portion of the spinal cord that the thoracic vertebrae protect is known as the thoracic cord. This part of the cord controls abdominal muscles.