T2 Hyperintensity around Greater Trochanter (representing oedema/fluid) | |
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Size | (1) Tiny (thin slit of fluid) |
(2) Small (localized, mild distension) | |
(3) Medium (localized, moderate distension) | |
(4) Large (localized, marked distension) | |
Shape | (1) Feathery |
(2) Crescentic | |
(3) Round (distended bursa) | |
Location | (1) Subtendinous |
(2) Intratendinous* | |
(3) Subfascia lata | |
(4) Superficial to fascia lata | |
Partial thickness tear | Tendon irregular, thinned or focally discontinuous |
Full thickness tear | Discontinuity and/or retraction of the torn tendon from greater trochanter |