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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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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

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.

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Answered 8/15/2017

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Dr. Rajeev Sehgal answered

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.....

Dr Ihle agreed

Answered 4/23/2016

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A member asked:

Below ankle mri report: what does it mean? minimal intro articular joint effusion is depicted. minimal ankle joint effusion, otherwise normal study

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Rajeev Sehgal answered

Dr Ihle agreed

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