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MRI in ankle tuberculosis: Review of 14 cases
T T Zacharia1, J R Shah, D Patkar
1Department of Radiology, King Edward Memorial Hospital, Bombay, India.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) aids in diagnosing ankle tuberculosis by revealing disease extent and aiding treatment. This imaging technique helps in early detection and can potentially avoid surgery.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Radiology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Tuberculosis can affect the ankle joint, leading to significant morbidity.
- Accurate diagnosis of ankle tuberculosis is crucial for effective management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the magnetic resonance (MR) imaging features of ankle tuberculosis.
- To determine the role of MR imaging in the diagnosis of ankle tuberculosis.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 14 cases of ankle tuberculosis diagnosed with MR imaging.
- Review of plain radiographs and medical records to correlate imaging findings with clinical management.
Main Results:
- MR imaging demonstrated characteristic features of ankle tuberculosis.
- Imaging findings significantly impacted patient management, enabling early treatment.
- Magnetic resonance imaging was found to be highly effective in disease detection and extent mapping.
Conclusions:
- Magnetic resonance imaging is a valuable tool for diagnosing ankle tuberculosis.
- Early institution of antituberculous chemotherapy, guided by MR imaging, is feasible.
- MR imaging may help in avoiding surgical intervention in cases of ankle tuberculosis.
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