Trauma X-ray - Upper limb
Tutorial introduction
This tutorial discusses the X-ray appearances of upper limb trauma. Examples of common injuries seen on X-ray are shown, with normal images for comparison.
Before starting this tutorial you should be aware of principles as discussed in the 'General Principles' and 'Introduction to Trauma X-ray' tutorials.
This tutorial is not considered core undergraduate knowledge, but is more appropriate as an introduction to upper limb trauma X-ray for those working in the emergency department.
Tutorial key points
- Many injuries to the upper limb visible on X-ray have characteristic appearances according to the region injured and mechanism of injury
- All images available should be viewed with reference to clinical findings