Degenerative Changes On Lumbar X-ray
Lumbar X-rays are commonly done for low back pain. Degenerative changes are one of the most common findings and becomes more advanced with age. Degenerative changes encompasses findings that involve…
Author: A. Mendelson, MD
Lumbar X-ray For Lower Back Pain
Lumbar X-ray for low back pain is a commonly ordered test that offers a quick, relatively inexpensive look at the lumbar or lower spine vertebra. Lumbar X-rays only show bones…
Chronic Pancreatits on CT
Chronic pancreatitis is a prolonged inflammatory process of the pancreas that results in scarring and damage to the pancreas. This results in reduced function of the pancreas. In this country,…
Pancreatic Cystic Lesion on CT
A common finding is a pancreatic cyst or cystic lesion on CT of the abdomen done for a variety of reasons. Usually an incidental finding, meaning they are often not…
Kidney Stone CT for Flank Pain
Kidney or renal stone CT for flank pain is one of the most common orders I see for CT, especially from the emergency room. This is usually a non contrast…
CT Scan For Abdominal Pain
CT scan of the abdomen for abdominal pain is one of the most common reasons for ordering a CT scan. Abdominal pain can be caused by many abnormalities, some of…
Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma on CT
Pancreatic adenocarcinoma is the most common cancer of the pancreas having a very poor prognosis. Pancreatic cancer is most commonly diagnosed when a patient gets a CT scan for abdominal…
Pancreatic Mass on CT
Pancreatic mass is an abnormal growth in the pancreas which is identified on CT. There are many different kinds of masses which can be identified. The most common I see…
Stat Exam Order
Your doctor may have ordered your exam stat instead of routine. This means that the test will be done as soon as possible and also read quicker then the routine…
What Can A Spot In The Lung Be on Chest X-ray?
I hear patients often say they have a spot in their lungs. While radiologists do not use the word spot to describe an abnormality in the lung, this term is…
Normal Variant on X-ray
A normal variant on X-ray is an unusual appearance of normal anatomy. The significance of this is that this may mimic abnormality and result in unnecessary testing and treatment. Normal…
Adrenal Nodule on CT
Adrenal nodules on CT are common findings often found incidentally or as part of a test done for another reason. Adrenal nodules can range from benign abnormalities which can be…