Peroneal tendon problems are most often related to two pathologies: dislocation or
subluxation at the superior peroneal retinaculum and longitudinal split tears of the
tendons themselves. The interpretation of postsurgical imaging is enhanced by understanding
the surgical procedures performed to treat these. Imaging of the peroneal tendons
is best done with combined anatomical and fluid-sensitive sequences, and it is especially
improved by images done in a para-axial plane to accommodate the sharp curve in the
tendons at the lateral malleolus. Use of a reduced field of view enhances spatial
resolution.
Keywords
peroneal tendons - tendon tear - magnetic resonance imaging - postsurgical and/or
postoperative - tendon subluxation - tendon reconstruction