• Ligamentum Flavum hypertrophy

    Ligamentum flavum hypertrophy is a common finding on spine imaging studies, particularly in patients over 50 years of age. This condition refers to the abnormal thickening of the ligamentum flavum,…

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  • Suprapatellar

    The suprapatellar region is an anatomical area located just above your kneecap (patella). When you see this term on a radiology report, it’s referring to a specific space above your…

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  • Endplate Sclerosis

    Endplate sclerosis is a common finding on spine imaging reports that refers to increased bone density at the vertebral endplates. This radiological observation appears frequently in patients undergoing spine imaging…

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  • Epitrochlear Lymph Nodes

    Epitrochlear lymph nodes are bean shaped structures that are part of the immune system and are located on the inner aspect of the upper arm just above the elbow. When…

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  • Parotitis

    Parotitis refers to inflammation of the parotid glands, which are the largest salivary glands located in front of each ear. When this condition appears on your radiology report, it indicates…

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  • Pansinusitis

    Pansinusitis is term used in radiology reports indicating inflammation or infection in all your sinus cavities simultaneously. When you see this term, it means the maxillary, frontal, ethmoid, and sphenoid…

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