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The diagnosis of acute tendon ruptures of the extensor mechanism of the knee or the Achilles tendon of the ankle may usually be made by clinical means. Massive soft tissue swelling accompanying these injuries often obscures the findings, however. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can rapidly demonstrate these tendon ruptures. Examples of the use of MRI for quadriceps tendon, and Achilles tendon rupture are presented.
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Daffner, R.H., Riemer, B.L., Lupetin, A.R. et al. Magnetic resonance imaging in acute tendon ruptures. Skeletal Radiol 15, 619–621 (1986). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00349855
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