The best bone detail may be obtained when radiographing the clavicle when the patient's position is prone.
What is clavicle?
- The clavicle is the bone that connects the breastplate (sternum) to the shoulder.
- It is a very solid bone that has a slight S-shape and can be easily seen in many people.
- It connects to the sternum at a joint with cartilage called the sternoclavicular joint.
What are the roles of the clavicle?
- The clavicle, popularly known as the collarbone, is a part of your shoulder.
- It is a prominent bone that connects the arm with the rest of the skeleton.
- Its functions include allowing free movement of the shoulder away from the body.
- Along with the rib cage, the clavicle helps protect the heart from external trauma.
What is the reason for the PA projection of the clavicle?
- A common projection included in the Clavicle series is the Clavicle AP view.
- By showing the shoulder in its normal anatomical position, the projection enables a sufficient radiography study of the entire clavicle.
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