Ultrasound Case: Chronic Achilles Tendonitis in Ankle

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Ultrasound Case Chronic Achilles Tendonitis in
Ankle

• Diagnosis Chronic Achilles Tendonitis in Ankle
• History None
• Findings Ultrasound obtained parallel to the
  long axis of the Achilles tendon (at). The
  patient complained of tenderness along the entire
  tendon. On ultrasound, the tendon is enlarged,
  measuring 1.4 centimeters (A), and inhomogeneous.
  The tendon inserts onto the calcaneus ( C ).
• Treatment None

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Ultrasound Case Chronic Achilles Tendonitis in
Ankle

• Diagnosis Chronic Achilles Tendonitis in Ankle
• History None
• Findings Power Doppler ultrasound obtained along
  the tendon long axis shows marked increase blood
  flow, which can be seen in the setting of
  inflammation.
• Treatment None

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