The profile appearance of the adductor tubercle and excessive superimposition of the fibular head and neck on a lateral knee projection indicate:

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Underrotation of the knee toward the IR causes the adductor tubercle to be less prominent and the fibular head and neck to superimpose on the lateral aspect of the knee. A true lateral knee projection should have a prominent adductor tubercle and separated fibular head and neck. There is no indication for angling the CR in this scenario.

The Profile Appearance of the Adductor Tubercle and Excessive Superimposition