Radiology · 1986 · 70 citations · 0 references
MedicineOrthopaedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryAnkle AnatomyDiagnostic ImagingDiagnostic RadiologyAnkle ArthritisAnkle DisordersAnkle OrthopedicsAnkle Radiographic AnatomyMagnetic Resonance ImagingTendon ImagingAcromioclavicular Joint ArthroscopyAnkle Joint ImagingAnkle Ligament ImagingAnkle Ligament Surface AnatomyCartilaginous PortionPathologic ConfirmationPlain Film ComparisonTendon Imaging Around The Ankle
High-field surface coil magnetic resonance (MR) images were obtained of 12 ankles: two from healthy volunteers, seven from patients, and three from fresh cadavers. The cadaver ankles were sectioned in the coronal, sagittal, and axial planes for direct comparison with the MR images. Plain film confirmation of pathologic conditions was obtained in all patients, and five underwent arthroscopy or surgery, or both. MR imaging provided excellent delineation of ligaments and cartilaginous structures in all cases.