Swelling of the calf and ankle region is a common presenting symptom and historical features such as speed of onset, trauma and mechanism of injury are important in aiding diagnosis.To discuss diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal causes of calf and ankle swelling.Calf muscle injuries and injuries around the ankle including Achilles tendon injuries, ankle ligament injuries and overuse injuries are discussed.
作者:P, Brukner
来源:Australian family physician 2000 年 29卷 1期