Which projection of the ankle may best demonstrate the base of the 5th metatarsal?
AP oblique with medial rotation
AP ankle with eversion stress
AP ankle
AP ankle with inversion stress
AP oblique with medial rotation
Rationale: The AP oblique ankle will demonstrate the base of the 5th metatarsal better than the AP projection. Rotation will show the tuberosity on the 5th metatarsal.
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