Patient Data
Age: Adult
From the case:
Ankle effusion - teardrop sign
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The lateral view shows fullness within the pre-talar recess, the so-called 'teardrop' sign.
Case Discussion
The teardrop sign is one of the radiological signs of an ankle joint effusion.