- Discussion:
- plain x-rays may fail to demonstrate dorsal angulation of proximal pole-lunate complex and the concomitant flexion of distal pole;
- CT scan is indicated w/ any hint of foreshortening due to angulation is suspected;
- scaphoid may be well visualized w/ 6-8 CT sections made along true longitudinal axis;
- look for deformity that is caused by dorsal angulation at site of frx
- plain x-rays may fail to demonstrate dorsal angulation of proximal pole-lunate complex and the concomitant flexion of distal pole;
- CT scan is indicated w/ any hint of foreshortening due to angulation is suspected;
- scaphoid may be well visualized w/ 6-8 CT sections made along true longitudinal axis;
- look for deformity that is caused by dorsal angulation at site of frx