What type of radiograph is used to view the carpus flexed in equine radiography?

The skyline view is utilized in equine radiography to assess the carpus when it is flexed. This imaging technique allows for a better visualization of the carpal bones and their alignment while providing a clear overview of the joint space. By flexing the carpus, specific aspects of the carpal bones, particularly the distal surfaces, become more visible, aiding in the identification of potential fractures, bone spavin, or other pathologies in that area.

This method is especially valuable in equine practice because the carpus comprises multiple small bones that can be challenging to evaluate adequately in standard lateral or DP (dorsopalmar) views. The skyline view addresses this challenge by positioning the X-ray beam at a specific angle, allowing for enhanced imaging of the carpal bones in a flexed position.

The other imaging techniques mentioned do not specifically target the unique anatomical characteristics of the flexed carpus as effectively as the skyline view does.