HUMERUS - STRUCTURES SHOWN

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Humerus – AP Projection

Shows the entire length of the humerus. The accuracy of the position is confirmed by the epicondyles being parallel to the IR.

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Humerus – Lateromedial, Mediolateral Projection

Shows the entire length of the humerus. A true lateral image is confirmed by superimposed epicondyles.

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Humerus – AP Projection (Recumbent)

Shows the entire humerus. The opposite shoulder is elevated to ensure the affected arm is in contact with the IR.

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Humerus – Lateromedial Projection (Recumbent)

Shows the entire length of the humerus. A true lateral image is confirmed by superimposed epicondyles.

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Humerus – Lateromedial Projection (for Suspected Fracture)

Shows the distal humerus.

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Humerus – Transthoracic Lateral Projection (for Trauma)

Lateral view of the entire humerus and glenohumeral joint should be visualized through the thorax without superimposition of the opposite humerus.