Progressive leg weakness; evaluation for targeted muscle biopsy Due to technical factors including metallic susceptibility artifact related to the patient's left dynamic hip screw device, the images are of markedly suboptimal quality and nondiagnostic for the stated indication of localizing site for muscle biopsy in the left vastus lateralis. This study was reviewed by the radiology resident on call and terminated prior to completion of the study.There is diffusely abnormal signal involving the bones and soft tissues of the visualized lower extremities. We are uncertain to what extent this relates to technical artifact versus the patient's underlying condition. There appear to be bilateral knee joint effusions, as well as testicular hydroceles.
Nondiagnostic exam as detailed above. The patient will not be charged for the study. Attempts to have the patient return for additional images were unsuccessful due to patient refusal.