Ankle
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Lateral Ankle
Positioning
Radiograph
Anatomy
Errors
Technique
Trauma
IMAGE RECEPTOR
CR
+90°
True lateral — fibula over posterior tibia
Patient position
Lateral recumbent on affected side, unaffected leg behind.
Part position
Foot true lateral (lateral malleolus to IR), dorsiflexed.
Central ray
Perpendicular to medial malleolus.
Tech pearls
Sponge under knee keeps the leg horizontal.
Mortise Ankle
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