Broad Based Disc Bulge
A broad based disc bulge is a spinal condition that appears on MRI and CT scans when disc material extends beyond the normal disc boundaries across a wide area. This…
Author: A. Mendelson, MD
L5-S1 Degenerative Disc Disease
L5-S1 degenerative disc disease is a common spinal condition that affects millions of people worldwide, particularly those over 40 years old. Understanding what this diagnosis means, how it appears on…
Right Subclavian Artery
The right subclavian artery is a major blood vessel that plays an important role in supplying blood to your right arm, shoulder, and parts of your brain. This artery can…
Left Subclavian Artery
When your doctor orders a CT scan, or other imaging study, you might see “left subclavian artery” mentioned in the radiology report. This important blood vessel plays an important role…
Sphenoid Sinus
The sphenoid sinus is an air-filled cavity located deep within the skull, behind the nasal passages and below the brain. When this sinus appears on your radiology report, it indicates…
Laryngocele
A laryngocele is an air-filled sac that develops in the larynx, or voice box. This condition appears on medical imaging as a balloon-like structure containing air. Laryngoceles form when air…
Paratracheal Lymph Node
Paratracheal lymph nodes are located next to the trachea in your chest. These lymph nodes are evaluated by radiologists on imaging studies like CT scans of the chest. Understanding what…
Parotid Mass
A parotid mass is an abnormal growth detected in the parotid salivary glands often through medical imaging. The parotid glands are the largest salivary glands, positioned in front of and…
Sigmoid Sinus
The sigmoid sinus is a blood vessel in your skull that drains blood from your brain. When this S-shaped structure appears on your CT scan or MRI report, it may…
Retroperitoneal Lymphadenopathy
Retroperitoneal lymphadenopathy is a medical term that describes enlarged lymph nodes in the retroperitoneum, the space behind your abdominal cavity. This area contains major blood vessels, kidneys, and other organs….
Right Aortic Arch
A right aortic arch is a congenital anatomical variation where the body’s main artery curves to the right side of the chest instead of the normal left side. This finding…
Nasal Bone
Nasal bone findings appear frequently on radiology reports following facial imaging studies. The nasal bone forms the upper bridge of the nose and represents one of the most commonly fractured…