The gravity sag view: a simple radiographic technique to show posterior laxity of the knee.
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Abstract
We introduce a simple radiographic technique of taking a "gravity sag view" to show sagittal laxity secondary to posterior cruciate ligament injury. Side-to-side differences of the tibia-femur step-off measured with these radiographs have proved to be useful parameters for evaluating posterior laxity. This radiographic technique is recommended instead of routine lateral radiographs taken with the knee kept recumbent.
Medical subject headings
- Joint Instability
- Posterior Cruciate Ligament
Anatomy
- knee