Normal AP and lateral knee radiographs in an adult male for reference. There mild or borderline patella alta. Nice example of the normal fat within the supra-patella recess region without a joint effusion evident. Normal pre-patella soft-tissue and normal density within Hoffa's fat pad.

This case is a nice example of a normal exam in a 60 year old female. Please refer to normal lower limb imaging examples for further similar normal studies and to knee radiograph approach article for a quick review on how to interpret these images.

Nov 26, 2023 · The knee anteroposterior view is a standard projection to assess the knee joint, distal femur, proximal tibia and fibula and the patella.

Mar 23, 2023 · The knee AP weight-bearing view is a specialized projection to assess the knee joint, distal femur, proximal tibia and fibula and the patella.

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.

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.

Normal radiographic anatomy of the knee. 2 articles feature images from this case. Knee radiograph (an approach) Knee (AP view) 47 playlists include this case Public playlists. MSK knee by Alwyn Petrus le Roux; Normal Radiographic Anatomy by Melinda Novak; cool by Kate ...

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.

Apr 10, 2024 · Cross table lateral knee (x-ray) 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.

Sep 17, 2023 · The anteroposterior knee view for pediatrics is one of two views in order to examine the knee joint, patella, distal femur and proximal tibia and fibula. Depending on the child's age and the departmental protocol, additional views such as the skyline and intercondyler views may also be performed.