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Iliotibial band syndrome

Case contributed by Bahman Rasuli
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Lateral knee pain.

Patient Data

Age: 35 years
Gender: Male
mri

High-signal-intensity large fluid collection located on both side of the iliotibial band and extending to the tibial plateau. 

The signal of the iliotibial band itself is normal.

Case Discussion

Iliotibial band syndrome is a common cause of lateral side knee pain in the active and athletic population.

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