Author: A. Mendelson, MD

A sternotomy is a surgical procedure where the breastbone (sternum) is cut open to provide access to the heart and other structures in the chest. This procedure is commonly performed…

When radiologists mention the aortic arch in your report, they’re referring to a segment of your body’s largest artery that connects the ascending and descending portions of your aorta. This…

A Morgagni hernia is a type of congenital diaphragmatic hernia where abdominal contents protrude into the chest cavity through a gap in the front part of the diaphragm. Named after…

The term “perihilar” is used to describe findings near the hilum of the lungs on studies like X-rays and CT scans. The perihilar region is an important area where important…

The posterior mediastinum is an anatomical region between the lungs in the chest that can sometimes be mentioned in radiology reports. When your doctor orders imaging of this region, they’re…

The cardiophrenic angle is a small but significant area on a chest X-ray or CT that can be mentioned on radiology reports. This is where the heart meets the diaphragm….

Mediastinal lymphadenopathy refers to enlarged lymph nodes in the mediastinum, the central part of the chest between the lungs. This condition is often discovered on imaging studies such as chest…

Metastatic lung cancer occurs when cancer cells spread from the lungs to other parts of the body, such as the brain, bones, liver, or adrenal glands. It is often discovered…