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Achilles tendinosis

Case contributed by: Dr Maulik S Patel

Presentation:

Pain - achilles region

Patient Data:

Age: 60 yrs
Gender: Female
Race: Indian/Pakistani
From the case: Achilles tendinosis
Modality: X-ray
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Enthesophyte present. Thickening of soft tissue shadow of achillis tendon with calcification foci.

From the case: Achilles tendinosis
Modality: Ultrasound

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Radiographic findings confirmed on ultrasound. Tendon hypervascularity present. Retrocalcaneal hypervascularity is noted without significant fluid.

Case Discussion:

Features consistent of achilles tendinosis.

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