Clavicle series
Last revised by Andrew Murphy on 23 Mar 2023
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Murphy A, Ng J, Knipe H, Clavicle series. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 11 Dec 2023) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-46351
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2 Jul 2016, Andrew Murphy ◉
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The radiographic series of the clavicle is utilized in emergency departments to assess the clavicle, acromioclavicular and sternoclavicular joint.
Indications
Clavicle x-rays are indicated for a variety of settings including:
- trauma
- bony tenderness
- suspected fracture
- congenital abnormalities
- obvious deformity
Projections
Standard projections
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AP
- demonstrates the entire clavicle including its articulation with the acromion and the sternum
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AP cephalad angulation
- 'straightens' out the clavicle
- often used to better visualize occult clavicle fractures
Modified trauma projections
- supine
- AP clavicle performed supine, with or without angulation
Additional projections
- AP frontal projection with further cephalad angulation visualizes the under the surface of the clavicle
- AP frontal projection with caudal angulation visualizes the posterior surface of the clavicle
- bilateral views may be required if there is a need for comparison or there is suspicion of a bilateral process
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