Normal AP and lateral knee radiographs in an adult male for reference. There mild or borderline patella alta. Nice example of the normal fat within the supra-patella recess region without a joint effusion evident. Normal pre-patella soft-tissue and normal density within Hoffa's fat pad.

This case is a nice example of a normal exam in a 60 year old female. Please refer to normal lower limb imaging examples for further similar normal studies and to knee radiograph approach article for a quick review on how to interpret these images.

Normal joint space and articular surfaces. Normal bony trabeculation and density. No evidence of osteoarthritic changes. No evidence of soft tissue calcifications.

Jun 21, 2024 · Knee radiographs are common and often a quick and easy diagnostic exam in the emergency setting. An efficient approach to them requires a good understanding of anatomy with review strategies to ensure an accurate diagnosis.

Nov 26, 2023 · The knee anteroposterior view is a standard projection to assess the knee joint, distal femur, proximal tibia and fibula and the patella.

Apr 10, 2024 · Lateral knee xray The lateral knee view is an orthogonal view of the AP view of the knee. The projection requires the patient to 'roll' onto the side of their knee, hence it is not an appropriate projection in trauma, in all suspected traumatic injuries of the knee, the horizontal beam lateral method should be utilized.

Mar 15, 2024 · This article lists examples of normal imaging of the pediatric patients divided by region, modality, and age.

Jun 6, 2024 · Osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee is very common and is a major cause of morbidity, especially in the older population. For a general discussion on osteoarthritis, please see the general osteoarthritis article.

Mar 23, 2023 · The knee AP weight-bearing view is a specialized projection to assess the knee joint, distal femur, proximal tibia and fibula and the patella.

Jun 21, 2024 · The knee series is a set of radiographs taken to investigate knee joint pathology, often in the context of trauma. It usually comprises an AP and lateral projection, although other non-standard, modified projections can be used for specific indications.