Question

The occipitomental view of an X-ray of the paranasal sinuses (PNS) is called?

• A. Caldwell view
• B. Water's view
• C. Towne view
• D. Pine view

Hint:

The occipitomental projection that best shows the maxillary sinuses carries a surname starting with W.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Quick recall: occipitomental equals Water's view equals maxillary sinuses.
For paranasal sinus imaging, the occipitomental projection is named Water's view. The patient extends the neck and the beam runs from the back of the head toward the chin, which lifts the dense petrous temporal bones out of the way and projects the maxillary antra in full view. That is why it is the go to plain film for maxillary sinusitis and orbital floor or midface fractures.
Eliminate the rest: Caldwell view is occipitofrontal and shows frontal and ethmoid sinuses; Towne view is an axial occiput projection; Pine view does not exist. The occipitomental view is Water's view.