Sonographic and radiographic findings of posterior tibial tendon dysfunction: a practical step forward

The purpose of this article is to describe the sonographic and radiographic findings in the diagnosis and treatment of posterior tibial tendon dysfunction. Ultrasound and radiographs play a crucial role in the diagnosis of posterior tibial tendon dysfunction and in imaging the postoperative changes...

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Published in:Skeletal radiology 2019, Vol.48 (1), p.11-27
Main Authors: Soliman, Steven B., Spicer, Paul J., van Holsbeeck, Marnix T.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Diagnosis
Imaging
Medicine
Medicine & Public Health
Nuclear Medicine
Orthopedics
Pathology
Radiographs
Radiography
Radiography, Medical
Radiology
Review Article
Ultrasound
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Summary:The purpose of this article is to describe the sonographic and radiographic findings in the diagnosis and treatment of posterior tibial tendon dysfunction. Ultrasound and radiographs play a crucial role in the diagnosis of posterior tibial tendon dysfunction and in imaging the postoperative changes related to posterior tibial tendon dysfunction. Early detection and diagnosis of posterior tibial tendon dysfunction is important in helping to prevent further progression of disease, obviating the need for more invasive and complex procedures.
ISSN:0364-2348
1432-2161
DOI:10.1007/s00256-018-2976-7