IUD on Ultrasound
Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are a popular form of long-term, reversible contraception. Many individuals choose IUDs due to their effectiveness and convenience. However, like any medical device, proper placement and monitoring…
Author: A. Mendelson, MD
Does Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Show on Ultrasound?
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) occurs when an infection spreads to the female reproductive organs, such as the uterus, fallopian tubes, or ovaries. Early diagnosis is important to prevent complications, but…
Fatty Hilum
The fatty hilum is a term frequently encountered in imaging studies involving lymph nodes. Understanding the concept of the fatty hilum and its significance in medical imaging is important for…
Tortuous Colon
The colon, or large intestine, plays an important role in absorbing water and nutrients while forming waste for elimination. However, sometimes, the colon can develop an abnormal shape or pattern,…
Common Iliac Vein
The common iliac vein plays a crucial role in the circulatory system, returning deoxygenated blood from the lower limbs to the heart. This vein, located deep within the pelvis, is…
Sacral Ala Fracture
Sacral ala fractures are a common injury, especially in patients who have experienced trauma such as falls, car accidents, or sports injuries. These fractures can be challenging to diagnose due…
Gastric Emptying Study
A gastric emptying study is a diagnostic test used to evaluate how quickly food moves from the stomach to the small intestine. This process, known as gastric emptying, can be…
Does Red and Blue Mean Cancer on Ultrasound?
Ultrasound imaging is a common diagnostic tool used by healthcare professionals to visualize internal organs and tissues in the body. If you’ve recently had an ultrasound, you might have noticed…
Reasons For Not Seeing Ovaries on Ultrasound
Ultrasound imaging is a widely used diagnostic tool in medicine, particularly for evaluating pelvic structures like the ovaries. However, there are instances when ovaries may not be visible on an…
Can a Gastric Emptying Scan Show Cancer?
When it comes to diagnosing various gastrointestinal disorders, a gastric emptying scan is a common imaging test doctors use to evaluate how quickly food leaves the stomach. But can this…
Signs of a Bad Pelvic Ultrasound
Pelvic ultrasounds are important tools in diagnosing various health conditions related to the pelvic region, such as gynecological disorders and reproductive health issues. However, not all ultrasounds produce clear, accurate…
Positive Pregnancy Test But No Baby on Ultrasound
Finding out you’re pregnant can be a life-changing moment, and for many, it comes with a flood of emotions. But what happens when your pregnancy test is positive, yet your…