Overview - Shoulder
Radiographs
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AP view |
Axillary view |
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Lateral Scapula or " Y " view
Taken in the plane of the scapula Where the three arms of the " Y " meet is the centre of the Glenoid |
| Lateral Scapula view | Anatomy |
It is essential to get two views of the shoulder. (see below)
Posterior dislocations are still being missed!!! (see look and learn shoulder)
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If unsure on the lateral scapula view, get an axillary view. This is possible even in the presence of upper limb trauma, a modified axillary view is an option |
| Modified axillary view |