Tag: Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Morphological Changes and Pathological Findings in the Achilles Tendons of Diabetic Patients: A Meta-Analysis of Comparative Clinical Studies

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SUMMARY Objective. There is a greater risk of tendon rupture requiring hospitalization in people with diabetes. Diabetes could induce substantial alteration in Achilles tendon (AT) that could affect its mechanical properties mainly in relation to gait and foot ulceration. Many studies reported AT morphological changes using diagnostic methods in clinical settings. However, there is no quantitative synthesis of the published … Continued

Natural History of Patients with Acute Proximal Biceps Tendon Rupture

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SUMMARY Purpose. To determine the natural history of patients presenting with acute proximal biceps rupture (APBR) and concomitant rotator cuff disease. Methods. Prospective cohort study of patients with an APBR confirmed via magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) presenting to clinic within 8 weeks of injury. Visual Analog Scale (VAS) pain score, Simple Shoulder Test (SST) score, and the American … Continued