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…
Author: A. Mendelson, MD
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
VQ Scan
A VQ scan, or ventilation-perfusion scan, is a nuclear medicine imaging test that helps doctors evaluate how well air and blood are flowing through your lungs. If you see a…
Lung Biopsy
A lung biopsy is a medical procedure that involves taking a small sample of lung tissue for examination under a microscope. This diagnostic procedure helps doctors identify abnormalities, infections, or…
Kerley B Lines
Kerley B lines are specific radiographic findings visible on chest X-rays that represent thickened interlobular septa in the lungs. These short horizontal lines appear primarily at the lung periphery and…
Intussusception Ultrasound
Intussusception is a condition where one part of the intestine slides into another, causing a blockage. It is most commonly seen in infants and young children. Ultrasound is the preferred…
Mural Thrombus
A mural thrombus is a blood clot that forms and attaches to the inner wall of a blood vessel or heart chamber. When radiologists identify this finding on imaging studies,…
Adrenal Mass
An “adrenal mass” identified on a radiology report refers to a growth located on one of the adrenal glands, which are positioned above the kidneys. These masses are commonly detected…