A radiograph of an AP projection of the ankle reveals that the lateral surface of the ankle joint is totally open. (It should not be open on a true AP projection.) The technologist is positive that the ankle was in the correct, true AP position with the long axis of the foot perpendicular to the IR. What else could have led to this joint space being open?

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Marco

19 March, 23:58

A radiograph of an AP projection of the ankle reveals that the lateral surface of the ankle joint is totally open. (It should not be open on a true AP projection.) The technologist is positive that the ankle was in the correct, true AP position with the long axis of the foot perpendicular to the IR. What else could have led to this joint space being open?

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Terrence Duncan · Answer 1

Answer: Arthritis, Ankle dislocation

Explanation: Arthritis presents with widening of joint space due to degeneration of articular surfaces, also dislocation can presents as joint space widening