The lateral scapula (y view) of the shoulder is one of those signature views that radiographers approach in a variety of ways.
15+ Lateral Scapula X Ray Anatomy Images. Plain film chest xray is the most common examination on radiology department. Indications orthogonal to the ap shoulder (note:
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The y configuration is formed by the scapula (= stem), the scapular spine and the coracoid process (= legs). In doing so, the scapula connects the upper limb to the trunk. Superimposition of the scapula on the upper thoracic spine causes a vertebral pseudolesion that simulates a sclerotic lesion.
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Scapula, either of two large bones of the shoulder girdle in vertebrates. In doing so, the scapula connects the upper limb to the trunk. The y configuration is formed by the scapula (= stem), the scapular spine and the coracoid process (= legs). A trauma lateral scapula projection is completely different to a neers (outlet) projection both in its technique and objectives.
