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Citation, DOI & article dataCitation: Murphy, A., Knipe, H. Shoulder series. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org. (accessed on 09 Oct 2022) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-45087 The shoulder series is fundamentally composed of two orthogonal views of the glenohumeral joint including the entire scapula. The extension of the shoulder series depends on the radiography department protocols and the clinical indications for imaging. IndicationsShoulder radiographs are performed for a variety of indications including:
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