Normal thumb series

Case contributed by Weiling Tan

Presentation

Left thumb pain for a month

Patient Data

Age: 35 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

There is no fracture or dislocation.

Case Discussion

Normal thumb series for reference.

The images acquired were an AP and lateral view of the thumb as per this institution's protocol.

An AP projection is favorable compared to a PA projection a it reduces motion as well as magnification.

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