Spondylosis and spondylolysis are two spine conditions that commonly appear on radiology reports, but they represent entirely different problems. Spondylosis refers to age-related degeneration of the spine, while spondylolysis is…
Wharton’s Duct is the tube that carries saliva from your submandibular gland to your mouth. It’s examined in radiology when patients have pain or swelling under the jaw, especially during…
Foraminal narrowing is a frequent finding on spine imaging studies. It refers to the narrowing of nerve exit pathways between vertebrae. This article explains the radiological appearance of foraminal narrowing…
The transverse process can be mentioned in radiology reports of the spine. When this term appears in your medical report, it represents specific bony projections that extend from the vertebrae…
The spinous process can be mentioned in X-ray, CT or MRI studies of the spine. This bony projection extends from the back of each vertebra in your spine and serves…
Sialoadenosis is a radiological finding that indicates diffuse, bilateral, noninflammatory, nonneoplastic enlargement of the major salivary glands. This condition represents an abnormal enlargement of salivary tissue without inflammation or tumor…
Sialolithiasis indicates the presence of stones within your salivary gland or its duct system. These stones can cause discomfort, swelling, and in some cases, infection. This article will discuss what…
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…
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…
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 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…
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,…