title: Visualization of the posterolateral elements of the upper cervical vertebrae in the anteroposterior projection.
abstract: A radiographic view in the anteroposterior projection through the open mouth for visualization of the laminae and articular processes of the upper cervical vertebrae is described. This view is adaptable to acutely injured patients.
mesh_terms: D002574:Cervical Vertebrae / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D006801:Humans; D008722:Methods; D011312:Pressure; D011859:Radiography