Osteomyelitis, toe, diabetes, MR
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Learning Objectives
As a result of participation in this activity, participants should be able to:
- Provide improved patient care.
- Greater knowledge of the imaging characteristics of the patient's disease.
- Understand a better approach to interpretation of studies.
Faculty Disclosure
Mehmet Albayram, MD, Ivan Davis, MD, Mariam Hanna, MD, Anthony Mancuso, MD, Ronald Quisling, MD, Dhanashree Rajderkar, MD, Priya Sharma, MD, Roberta Slater, MD and Joann Stamm, MBA have disclosed that they have no relevant financial relationships. No one else is a position to control content have any financial relationship to disclose.
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CB1134-Osteomyelitis, toe, diabetes, MR
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CB1134-Osteomyelitis, toe, diabetes, MR
Case ReportHistory
Exam
Findings
Findings
Increased T2 signal in the head of the proximal phalanx and throughout the middle phalanx with associated areas of confluent loss of T1 signal. Marrow enhancement is present in these areas consistent with maintenance of bone viability. Irregularity of the articular surfaces of the second toe proximal interphalangeal joint, corresponding to prior radiograph, without joint effusion or synovitis. There is mild surrounding soft tissue enhancement.
No drainable fluid collections identified. Visualized flexor and extensor tendons appear normal.
Degenerative marrow changes in the mid foot. No surrounding soft tissue edema.
Mild degenerative changes noted at multiple other joints.
Impression
Findings were discussed with the referring provider via telephone at the time of dictation.
