Diagnosis of partial rupture of tendo Achillis with magnetic resonance imaging

This manuscript presents a case with diagnosis of a partial rupture of the Achilles tendon performed with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) at 1.5 T. Diagnosis of partial rupture of Achilles tendon is rarely reported with the use of MRI. While other means do exist, MRI can be the most useful noninvasive technique of diagnosing a partial rupture. A 62-year-old male runner with chronic Achilles tendon pain is reported, for which MRI tests were performed. Normal MRI of a volunteer patient is included for comparison. The authors suggest, where applicable, the MRI test should be performed to evaluate Achilles tendon credibility, both as a diagnostic tool and an evaluator of treatment during follow-up visits.