Adrenal Hemorrhage
Adrenal hemorrhage is a rare but potentially life-threatening condition caused by bleeding into the adrenal glands. The adrenal glands, located on top of the kidneys, play an important role in…
Author: A. Mendelson, MD
Cervical Lymphadenopathy
Cervical lymphadenopathy refers to the swelling or enlargement of lymph nodes in the neck region. It can occur due to a wide range of causes, including infections, autoimmune conditions, and…
Intrahepatic Biliary Dilatation
Intrahepatic biliary dilatation is a condition where the bile ducts within the liver become enlarged, often due to an obstruction or blockage. Medical imaging plays an important role in detecting…
Pericholecystic Fluid
Pericholecystic fluid means there is fluid around the gallbladder. Fluid around the gallbladder may indicate underlying pathology, most notably inflammation. This article discusses pericholecystic fluid including causes and imaging tests…
Descending Colon
The descending colon is part of the large intestine. Its primary function is to store and process waste as it prepares for excretion. Imaging plays an important role in evaluation…
Ileitis
Ileitis is an inflammation of the ileum, which is the last part of the small intestine. Ileitis is often associated with gastrointestinal disorders like Crohn’s disease and infectious diseases. Imaging…
Mesenteric Lymph Nodes
Mesenteric lymph nodes are bean-shaped glands located in the mesentery, the membrane that attaches the intestines to the abdominal wall. These lymph nodes play a important role in the body’s…
Nephrectomy
Nephrectomy is the surgical removal of a kidney. Neohrectomy is a procedure performed for various reasons, such as treating kidney cancer, chronic kidney disease, or traumatic kidney injury. Medical imaging…
Parapelvic Cyst
Parapelvic cysts are fluid-filled sacs that form in the renal sinus, an area within the central kidney near the pelvis. Unlike other kidney cysts, parapelvic cysts are not related to…
Terminal Ileitis
Terminal ileitis is an inflammation of the terminal ileum, the last segment of the small intestine. Terminal ileitis can present with a range of gastrointestinal symptoms. Because it can…
Supraclavicular Lymph Nodes
Supraclavicular lymph nodes are located just above the collarbone (or clavicle). These lymph nodes filter lymphatic fluid, helping to identify and fight foreign pathogens. When they swell or become tender,…
Superior Mesenteric Artery
The superior mesenteric artery (SMA) is a major blood vessel that supplies blood to most of the small intestine and part of the large intestine. SMA imaging is important in…