The accessory navicular bone (ANB) is a common anatomical variant in the foot that can lead to various disorders, particularly in pediatric patients. This condition often presents with pain and ...

The diagnosis can be confirmed by showing increased localized uptake of isotope on a technetium 99m MDP bone scan. In some cases, the accessory navicular is mistaken for a fracture. Awareness of ...

Appearance of the navicular bone itself is also evaluated. A number of changes seen on the bone, such as new bone formation or loss of bone density, can indicate navicular syndrome. It is worth ...