[Xeroradiographic studies on the capsule and ligaments of the knee joint. 1. Anatomy of the cruciate and lateral ligaments in the xerotomogram].

The suitability of xeroradiography for contrast arthrography was investigated by in vitro studies. Special attention was devoted to the cruciate and lateral ligaments on xero-ty lateral tomography. The anterior and posterior ligments can be evaluated and defined satisfactorily in the antero-posterior view. The lateral ligaments can be seen on xero-tomography without difficulty. The use of xero-tomography promises to improve the radiological diagnosis of injuries of the capsule and ligaments of the knee joint.