Achilles Tendon - Following Repair

The following images were taken approximately three months post repair of a total rupture of the Achilles tendon. The tendon remains grossly thickened
T1 sagittal and axial images are shown:
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For comparison the normal contra lateral tendon in the same patient is shown below:
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