Iliotibial band syndrome

Case contributed by Franco A. Scola
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Lateral knee pain while running

Patient Data

Age: 30 years
Gender: Male
mri

Ill-defined signal intensity in fatty tissue interposed between iliotibial tract and lateral femoral condyle.

Small joint fluid. Menisci are intact.

Case Discussion

Imaging findings are compatible with iliotibial band syndrome.

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