The Utility of SPECT/CT in Diagnosing Haglund Syndrome With Bone Scintigraphy

Haglund syndrome-the combination of Haglund's deformity, retrocalcaneal bursitis, and achilles tendinopathy-is a common cause of hind foot pain in adults; however, diagnosis on planar scintigraphy can be challenging. We present a case of Haglund syndrome and show the key role that SPECT/CT can play in its diagnosis.

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Haglund syndrome, consisting of Haglund's deformity, retrocalcaneal bursitis, and achilles tendinopathy, is a common cause of hind foot pain in adults. Diagnosis using planar scintigraphy can be challenging, but SPECT/CT can play a key role in its diagnosis.