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Plantar fasciitis

Case contributed by Augusto César Vieira Teixeira
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

2 weeks with heel pain.

Patient Data

Age: 50 years
Gender: Female
mri

MRI demonstrates fascial and perifascial edema associated with calcaneal osteitis. Note the contrast enhancement after the intravenous administration of gadolinium.

Case Discussion

Plantar fasciitis refers to inflammation of the plantar fascia of the foot.  It is considered the most common cause of heel pain.

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