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Nabothian Cyst of the Cervix on Radiology Reports: What It Means
A nabothian cyst is one of the most common benign findings seen on pelvic ultrasound. It often appears during a routine imaging study done for other reasons such as pelvic…
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Spinal Stenosis (Mild, Moderate, Severe) on Radiology Reports: What It Means
“Spinal stenosis” means narrowing of the spinal canal or bony tunnel that surrounds the spinal cord. On MRI, radiologists describe the degree of narrowing as mild, moderate, or severe…
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Schmorl Node on Radiology Reports: What It Means
A Schmorl node is a common finding on spine MRI. It occurs when part of a spinal disc pushes into the adjacent vertebral bone, creating a small pit or indentation….
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Partial Volume Averaging Artifact on Radiology Reports: What It Means
Partial volume averaging is a common imaging artifact found on studies like CT or MRI. This occurs when tissues get blended together within a single image slice or voxel. The…
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Recommend “Recommend MRI for Further Evaluation” on Radiology Reports: What It Means
When a radiology report says “recommend MRI for further evaluation,” it means the imaging doctor (radiologist) saw something that would be best evaluated with an MRI scan. It does not…
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Perianal Fistula MRI on Radiology Reports: What It Means
A perianal fistula is a small tunnel that forms between the anal canal and the skin near the anus. An MRI of the pelvis maps this tunnel system in detail…
