Toes series
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Gorton S, Murphy A, Knipe H, et al. Toes series. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 09 Mar 2025) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-47985
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12 Sep 2016,
Sarah Gorton
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The toes series is comprised of an AP, AP oblique, and a lateral projection. The series is often utilized 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
- AP: demonstrates the toe(s) of interest in the dorsal-plantar/AP plane
- AP oblique: toes of interest are projected 30 degrees to the AP projection
- lateral: orthogonal view of the AP projection often used to determine dislocation directed and fracture displacement.
Additional projections
- sesamoid view: tangential projection of the toes can sometimes be performed to demonstrate sesamoid bone
References
- 1. Van Vliet-Koppert ST, Cakir H, Van Lieshout EM et-al. Demographics and functional outcome of toe fractures. J Foot Ankle Surg. 2011;50 (3): 307-10. doi:10.1053/j.jfas.2011.02.003 - Pubmed citation
- 2. RT(R) KLBMA, (CT) JLMR. Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy, 8e. Mosby. ISBN:0323083889. Read it at Google Books - Find it at Amazon
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