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Below ankle mri report: what does it mean? minimal intro articular joint effusion is depicted. minimal ankle joint effusion, otherwise normal study
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You have a little: extra joint fluid.This is usually a result of some inflammation of the joint."Otherwise normal" means there is no fracture or dislocation.
Answered 8/15/2017
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Fluid: joint effusion is extra fluid in the joint from an inflammatory reaction. There could be many causes including injury, arthritis, connective tissue disorder, infection, etc.....
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