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Abstract
In a patient suspected of having tarsal tunnel syndrome by clinical and electrophysiological
exam, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) was performed in an attempt to define the cause.
Transverse and sagittal T1 and T2 images were obtained which demonstrated tubular
T2 enhancing masses felt to be abnormally dilated and tortuous veins with slow flow.
The nerve was displaced posteriorly from its usual position. Surgery confirmed these
findings and the retinaculum was released with good results. In certain cases, therefore,
MRI can be of help in the tarsal tunnel although its overall role has yet to be defined.
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Publication history
Received:
October 23,
1989
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© 1990 Published by Elsevier Inc.
