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Can mri or ultrasound detect improper healing of the achilles tendon and surrounding paratenon?
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Yes: Depending on the person doing ultrasound, his or her technical ability on utilizing ultrasound. I would prefer MRI and done by a experienced radiologist. It can take some time to heal and this area is poorly vascularized .
Answered 7/13/2018
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