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Bronchial Artery
The bronchial artery is a blood vessel that delivers oxygen-rich blood to your bronchi and lungs. Unlike pulmonary arteries that carry blood for gas exchange, bronchial arteries supply the actual…
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Liver Rupture
A liver rupture represents a serious medical emergency requiring immediate attention. When this diagnosis appears on a radiology report, it indicates a tear or rupture of the liver. Understanding what…
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Transudate Versus Exudate
Terms like “transudate” or “exudate” are used in reference to fluid accumulations in the body. The fluid collections can occur around the heart or lungs, in the peritoneal cavity or…
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Eosinophilic Granuloma
Eosinophilic granuloma is the most common and mildest form of a rare condition called Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH). This disorder occurs when certain immune cells, called Langerhans cells, grow and…
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Hilar Mass
When a radiology report mentions a “hilar mass,” it refers to an abnormal growth or enlargement in the hilum of the lung. The hilum is the area where blood vessels,…
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Pheochromocytoma Diagnosis
Pheochromocytoma is a rare tumor that develops in the adrenal glands, which sit atop your kidneys. These rare tumors require prompt diagnosis because they release hormones called catecholamines that can…
