Superficial lateral malleolus bursa

Case contributed by Bahman Rasuli
Diagnosis probable

Presentation

Painless swelling of the right lateral malleolus for the past 2 years.

Patient Data

Age: 45
Gender: Female

MR images showing a well defined homogeneous bright signal in T2, proton density and decrease signal in T1, extending into the lateral soft tissues.

Ankle joint effusion also is seen.

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