Ankle X-Ray (Ottawa Rules) Trauma
Objective
Assessment of the traumatised ankle according to the Ottawa Rules to exclude fractures.
Quality criteria
Medial and lateral malleoli included in all projections.
5th metatarsal included on the lateral.
Tibiotalar mortise assessable.
Common errors
5th metatarsal (base) not included.
Incorrect rotation for Mortise.
Movement.
AP: paziente supino, caviglia in posizione neutra. LL: paziente in decubito laterale. Mortise: caviglia ruotata internamente di…
Full card in the app
Positioning, centring, DR/CR parameters and practical notes
