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The operator has now rotated 90 degrees to demonstrate the kidney in the short axis. The operator then fans superior to inferior to evaluate the kidney from top to bottom. In this normal kidney the vasculature can be seen entering the renal pelvis as well as the spleen, aorta, rib shadows, and bowel gas. The operator is carefully adjusting the angle of the transducer to maximize the window between the ribs.