• Tortuous Aorta

    A tortuous aorta is a common finding on imaging reports, often seen in older adults. If you’ve had a chest X-ray or CT scan and your radiology report mentions a…

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  • Septic Emboli

    Septic emboli indicate an underlying infection that has spread through the bloodstream to another site in the body. These infected clots travel to different organs, most commonly the lungs, brain,…

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  • Pleural Space

    When you receive a chest X-ray or CT scan report, you may see the term “pleural space” mentioned. Radiologists may mention the pleural space when it’s normal or when an…

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  • Aortic Knob

    When you receive a chest X-ray report, you might come across the term “aortic knob.” This refers to the visible part of the aortic arch on a chest X-ray. While…

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  • PICC Line vs Central Line

    PICC line and central line are often mentioned in radiology reports. These medical devices are important in gaining central venous access for administering medications, nutrition and other uses.  This article…

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  • Picc Line vs Midline

    When patients require long-term intravenous access, doctors often choose between two important options: Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC lines) and Midlines. This article will discuss how these devices appear on…

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