Apr 10, 2024 · The lateral knee view is an orthogonal view of the AP view of the knee. The projection requires the patient to 'roll' onto the side of their knee, hence it is not an appropriate projection in trauma, in all suspected traumatic injuries of the knee, the horizontal beam lateral method should be utilized.

Apr 10, 2024 · The horizontal beam lateral view (cross-table lateral) is an orthogonal view of the AP view of the knee requiring little to no patient movement and is hence the lateral projection of choice for acute knee injuries.

Jun 21, 2024 · The knee series is a set of radiographs taken to investigate knee joint pathology, often in the context of trauma. It usually comprises an AP and lateral projection, although other non-standard, modified projections can be used for specific indications.

Nov 26, 2023 · This view demonstrates the distal femur and proximal tibia/fibula in their natural anatomical position allowing for assessment of suspected dislocations, fractures, localizing foreign bodies and osteoarthritis. Patient position. patient is supine on the table with the knee and ankle joint in contact with the table. leg is extended

Jun 21, 2024 · Knee radiographs are common and often a quick and easy diagnostic exam in the emergency setting. An efficient approach to them requires a good understanding of anatomy with review strategies to ensure an accurate diagnosis.

Jan 14, 2023 · Pediatric knee radiographs are commonly encountered in the emergency department and vary from adult knee radiographs. Younger knees have open growth plates, ossification center development and display unique injury patterns.

Feb 15, 2025 · Gross anatomy Articulations. There are two condylar joints between the femur and tibia (tibiofemoral). There are medial and lateral articular facets on the tibial plateau and medial and lateral femoral condyles on the distal femur which are convex and circular shaped.

Aug 16, 2023 · The knee skyline Merchant view is a superior-inferior projection of the patella. It is one of many different methods to obtain an axial projection of the patella.

Mar 23, 2023 · The knee oblique view is an additional projection requested to examine the knee joint in greater detail, often in the absence of a CT scanner. The view is comprised of both an internal and external oblique.

Mar 23, 2023 · The ankle lateral view is part of a three view ankle series; this projection is used to assess the distal tibia and fibula, talus, navicular, cuboid, the base of the 5 th metatarsal and calcaneus.