Pulmonary Contusion
Pulmonary contusion is a common finding in chest trauma. This results from direct lung damage due to blunt force trauma, leading to hemorrhage and edema. Recognizing pulmonary contusions on imaging…
Author: A. Mendelson, MD
Malignant Pleural Effusion
Malignant pleural effusion (MPE) means that cancer cells have invaded the pleural space. This often leads to fluid accumulation around the lungs. This indicates advanced disease and negatively impacts patient…
Thoracic Contusion
Thoracic contusion is a bruising injury to the chest. This can result from blunt force impacts, such as those sustained in car accidents, falls, or sports injuries. While the injury…
Flash Pulmonary Edema
Flash pulmonary edema (FPE) is a sudden and severe form of pulmonary edema characterized by rapid fluid buildup in the lungs. This condition can be life-threatening, requiring immediate medical attention….
Cardiomediastinal Silhouette
The term cardiomediastinal silhouette appears in chest X-ray reports. It refers to the outline of the heart and mediastinum, the central compartment of the thoracic cavity that houses structures such…
Retrocardiac Opacity
Chest X-ray reports can state that there is a retrocardiac opacity. This refers to an area of increased density located behind the heart on an X-ray. A retrocardiac opacity is…
Postauricular Lymph Nodes
Postauricular lymph nodes are located behind the ear. They can be mentioned in imaging test reports when abnormal. These lymph nodes help filter harmful substances and fight infections. This…
Paraumbilical Hernia
A paraumbilical hernia involves a protrusion of abdominal contents through a weakened area near the umbilicus (belly button). This type of hernia is diagnosed on imaging tests like CT scans….
Epitrochlear Lymph Node
An “epitrochlear lymph node” can be mentioned in a radiology report of the elbow. Imaging tests helps identify and assess these nodes. This article will discuss the significance of epitrochlear…
Atrophic Pancreas
An atrophic pancreas refers to a condition where the pancreatic tissue has decreased in size or volume. This finding is often noted during imaging studies and can be associated with…
Submental Lymph Nodes
Submental lymph nodes are part of the body’s immune system and are mentioned in radiology reports when abnormal. Located beneath the chin, these nodes are responsible for filtering lymphatic fluid,…
Cervical Adenitis
Cervical adenitis is an inflammation of the lymph nodes in the neck that can cause significant discomfort. When this condition appears on radiology reports, it often signals an underlying infection,…