• Lesser Sac

    The lesser sac (omental bursa) is an anatomical space within the abdomen mentioned on radiology reports. This recess is located behind the stomach and in front of the pancreas. This…

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  • Dobhoff Tube

    A Dobhoff tube is a special type of feeding tube that is used to provide nutrition to patients who cannot eat normally.  This tube will be described in radiology reports….

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  • Pyloric Sphincter

    The pyloric sphincter is a ring-shaped muscle located at the junction between the stomach and duodenum. On radiology reports, references to the pyloric sphincter indicate examination of this anatomical structure…

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  • Esophageal Obstruction

    Esophageal obstruction refers to a blockage in the esophagus that prevents the normal passage of food and liquids from the throat to the stomach. This finding on a radiology report…

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  • Aortitis

    Aortitis refers to inflammation of the aorta identified on imaging studies. This finding on a radiology report indicates abnormal changes to the wall of the body’s main artery. Radiologists diagnose…

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  • Penetrating Aortic Ulcer

    A penetrating aortic ulcer (PAU) occurs when an atherosclerotic plaque erodes through the inner lining of the aorta, creating a small ulceration that can penetrate into deeper layers of the…

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