MR imaging of the postoperative ankle

JBR-BTR. 2004 Nov-Dec;87(6):314-6.

Abstract

Although MRI of the ankle has become a routine diagnostic method to cope with pathologic conditions of the ankle, the literature on postoperative evaluation of the ankle by imaging is very scarce. In this short course, the basic principles on surgical reconstruction techniques of ankle ligaments and tendons will be reviewed. The value of imaging--with emphasis on MRI--in depicting postoperative complications will be discussed as well.

MeSH terms

  • Ankle Injuries / diagnosis*
  • Ankle Joint / pathology*
  • Foot / pathology*
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging*
  • Postoperative Complications / diagnosis*
  • Tendon Injuries / diagnosis*