Stage 4 Esophageal Cancer
Stage 4 esophageal cancer is an advanced form of cancer that has spread beyond the esophagus to other parts of the body. Radiology plays an important role in detecting, staging,…
Author: A. Mendelson, MD
Enlarged Thymus
The thymus is a small gland located in the upper chest, behind the sternum and in front of the heart. It plays an important role in the immune system, particularly…
Mediastinal Shift
Mediastinal shift is a term mentioned in radiology reports when imaging the chest. It refers to the movement of the mediastinum—the central compartment of the chest containing the heart, trachea,…
Air Bronchogram
You may come across the term “air bronchogram” when reading a radiology report concerning the chest. This finding may be seen on chest X-rays and CT scans. This article will…
Patulous Esophagus
Patulous esophagus is a condition where the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach, remains abnormally open. This finding is often detected during radiological imaging,…
What is an Empyema?
Empyema is a collection of pus in the space between the lung and the chest wall, called the pleural space. An empyema can be visualized on imaging studies of the…
Tortuous Aorta
A tortuous aorta is a common finding on imaging reports, often seen in older adults. If you’ve had a chest X-ray or CT scan and your radiology report mentions a…
Septic Emboli
Septic emboli indicate an underlying infection that has spread through the bloodstream to another site in the body. These infected clots travel to different organs, most commonly the lungs, brain,…
Pleural Space
When you receive a chest X-ray or CT scan report, you may see the term “pleural space” mentioned. Radiologists may mention the pleural space when it’s normal or when an…
Aortic Knob
When you receive a chest X-ray report, you might come across the term “aortic knob.” This refers to the visible part of the aortic arch on a chest X-ray. While…
PICC Line vs Central Line
PICC line and central line are often mentioned in radiology reports. These medical devices are important in gaining central venous access for administering medications, nutrition and other uses. This article…
Picc Line vs Midline
When patients require long-term intravenous access, doctors often choose between two important options: Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC lines) and Midlines. This article will discuss how these devices appear on…