Comparison of sensitivity and specificity of USG and MRI in various ankle & foot Pathologies

Dr. Avinash Angadrao Gutte; Dr.Jyoti B.Bade

Volume : VII, Issue : I, January - 2018

Comparison of sensitivity and specificity of USG and MRI in various ankle & foot Pathologies

Dr. Avinash Angadrao Gutte, Dr. Jyoti B. Bade

Abstract :

MRI and Ultrasonography are the two most commonly used imaging modalities for imaging ankle and foot. The exquisite soft-tissue contrast resolution, noninvasive nature, and multiplanar capabilities of MR imaging makes it especially valuable for the detection and assessment of a variety of soft-tissue disorders of the ligaments (eg, sprain), tendons (tendinosis, peritendinosis, tenosynovitis, entrapment, rupture, dislocation), and other soft-tissue structures (eg, anterolateral impingement syndrome, sinus tarsi syndrome, compressive neuropathies [eg, tarsal tunnel syndrome, Morton neuroma], synovial disorders).

Ultrasound is well-suited for imaging the tendons and ligaments of the ankle. Knowledge of anatomy and bony landmarks is essential for scanning the ankle accurately and efficiently.