Male 42 years old; Reason: evaluate for achilles tendon rupture or fx History: pain to achilles tendon, cannot weight bear The Achilles tendon is thickened with edema in Kager's fat pad, which could indicate a tear of the Achilles tendon. Further evaluation with MRI may be considered if clinically warranted. A small spur projects from the dorsal aspect of the talar head. We see no fracture or malalignment.
Thickening of the Achilles tendon with edema in Kager's fat pad, which may represent an Achilles tendon tear and may be further evaluated with MRI if clinically warranted. Findings were discussed with the attending physician in the emergency department, Dr. Hogan, at 0945 on 2/21/15. 