FIG 3. Axial T1-weighted spin-echo image (460/14), obtained 4 mm below the knee joint, and time course graph.

A, Obtained 48 hours after transection of the left sciatic nerve. No evidence of atrophy is seen.

B, Obtained 2 months after transection of the left sciatic nerve. Marked atrophy of the denervated muscles and hypertrophy of the contralateral leg can be seen.

C, Time course of the difference in circumference of the left and right lower legs.