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Published in: Skeletal Radiology 1/2019

01-01-2019 | Review Article

Sonographic and radiographic findings of posterior tibial tendon dysfunction: a practical step forward

Authors: Steven B. Soliman, Paul J. Spicer, Marnix T. van Holsbeeck

Published in: Skeletal Radiology | Issue 1/2019

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Abstract

The purpose of this article is to describe the sonographic and radiographic findings in the diagnosis and treatment of posterior tibial tendon dysfunction. Ultrasound and radiographs play a crucial role in the diagnosis of posterior tibial tendon dysfunction and in imaging the postoperative changes related to posterior tibial tendon dysfunction. Early detection and diagnosis of posterior tibial tendon dysfunction is important in helping to prevent further progression of disease, obviating the need for more invasive and complex procedures.
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Metadata
Title
Sonographic and radiographic findings of posterior tibial tendon dysfunction: a practical step forward
Authors
Steven B. Soliman
Paul J. Spicer
Marnix T. van Holsbeeck
Publication date
01-01-2019
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in
Skeletal Radiology / Issue 1/2019
Print ISSN: 0364-2348
Electronic ISSN: 1432-2161
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00256-018-2976-7

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