What is the primary joint of interest on a mediolateral projection of the ankle?

tibiotalar
tibiofibular
calcaneocuboid
sinus tarsi


tibiotalar

Rationale: The tibiotalar joint is of interest. A lateral will give anterior to posterior displacement. Sinus tarsi is an opening formed in the subtalar joint for ligaments to pass through.

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