Harris projection

Last revised by Jeremy Jones on 19 Sep 2021

The Harris projection (also called the penetrated axial projection) is a special radiographic view that is used for assessment of talocalcaneal coalition.

Radiography

The patient stands on the cassette and the x-ray beam is angled between 35 and 45 degrees. 

Radiographic features

The talocalcaneal joint is exposed with the posterior facet laterally and the sustentacular facet medially.

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