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upper limb · AP / AP Axial
Clavicle AP & AP Axial
Erect or supine, back against IR.
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How to perform this view
- 01
Position MSP-clavicle at centre of IR.
- 02
AP: CR perpendicular to mid-clavicle.
- 03
AP axial: CR 15-30 deg cephalad.
- 04
Expose on inspiration to elevate clavicles.
Anatomical & patient position
Patient: Erect or supine, back against IR.
Part: Arms by side; shoulders level.
Central ray & centring point
Perpendicular (AP) and 15-30 deg cephalad (axial) to mid-clavicle.
Exposure factors
kVp
70-80 kVp
mAs
6-10 mAs
SID
100 cm
IR size
24 x 30 cm landscape
Grid
Yes
Respiration
End of inspiration
Clinical indications
- Clavicle fracture
- Dislocation of AC/SC joints
Contraindications & precautions
- Severe trauma - perform supine
Structures shown & evaluation criteria
- Entire clavicle, AC and SC joints
- Clavicle projected above scapula (axial)