Toes series
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The toes series is comprised of an AP, AP oblique, and a lateral projection. The series is often utilised in trauma situations. It examines the entirety of the proximal middle and distal phalanges of the foot.
Indications
Toe radiographs are performed for a variety of indications including 1:
- fracture
- dislocation
- osteoarthritis
- gout
- osteomyelitis
- general toe pain
Projections
Standard projections
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AP
- demonstrates the toe(s) of interest in the dorsal-plantar/AP plane
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AP oblique
- toes of interest are projected 30 degrees to the AP projection
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lateral
- orthogonal view of the AP projection often used to determine dislocation directed and fracture displacement.
Additional projections
A tangential projection of the toes can sometimes be performed to demonstrate sesamoid bone.
-<a href="/articles/toes-ap-oblique-view">AP oblique</a><ul><li>toes of interest are projected 30 degrees to the AP projection </li></ul>- +<a title="Toes: oblique view" href="/articles/toes-oblique-view">AP oblique</a><ul><li>toes of interest are projected 30 degrees to the AP projection </li></ul>
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