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Ankle bursitis

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis probable

Presentation

Ankle swelling on lateral aspect for few years.

Patient Data

Age: 30 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

Soft tissue swelling on lateral aspect of ankle. There is also a calcaneal spur.

ultrasound

A well-defined collection with echoes is noted overlying lateral malleolus. Thin wall is noted. Lesion is compressible. Vascularity is seen in wall.

Case Discussion

The findings are compatible with ankle bursitis.

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