PA SCAPHOID PROJECTION
Specialized view with ulnar deviation and central ray angulation
Radiografía PA Escafoides
Diagrama de Posición 1
Diagrama de Posición 2
Exposure Factors
50-55
kVp
3-5
mAs
100 cm
SID
Fine
Focal Spot
No
Grid
Patient Positioning
Wrist in PA position on the image receptor.
Perform maximum ulnar deviation (towards the little finger).
Ensure the carpals are in direct contact with the IR.
Center the scaphoid to the middle of the IR.
Central Ray
15° Proximally
Angulation: 10° to 15° towards the elbow (proximally), centered at the scaphoid (anatomical snuffbox).
Clinical Indications
Snuffbox Pain
Focal pain on the lateral side of the wrist.
FOOSH Injury
Trauma from falling on an outstretched hand.
Delayed Assessment
Late post-traumatic evaluation.