New finding in the radiographic diagnosis of Achilles tendon rupture

Journal Article · Tue Jun 01 00:00:00 EDT 1982 · Skelet. Radiol.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00355511· OSTI ID:6644869

Newmark, H; Mellon, Jr, W S; Malhotra, A K; Olken, S M; Halls, J

The authors describe a new radiographic sign of rupture of the Achilles tendon system. It is a fracture, with separation through an osteophyte at the insertion of this tendon. Previously reported signs are also discussed as well as the present case report.

• OSTI ID: 6644869
• Journal Information: Skelet. Radiol.; (United States), Vol. 8:3
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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62 RADIOLOGY AND NUCLEAR MEDICINE
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MUSCLES
PATIENTS
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