Head CT for headache
Head CT is a test that is often done to investigate the cause of headaches. It is a quick and readily available test that can show many conditions of the…
Author: A. Mendelson, MD
Dilated Small Bowel Loops on X-ray
Dilated small bowel loops are wider than normal. There are many causes of dilated small bowel loops. Some of the causes may make you sick while others may be more…
Ulcerative Colitis On CT Scan
Ulcerative Colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease that primarily affects the colon. Ulcerative colitis is often seen in young to middle aged patients. We can sometimes see findings that are…
Dilated Bile Ducts
Dilated bile ducts can be seen on various imaging studies like ultrasound, CT and MRI. There are many causes, some of which can be benign and ignored while others can…
Prostate MRI
Prostate MRI is a test that provides detailed images of the prostate. The test is most commonly done to look for clinically significant cancer of the prostate. Reporting of prostate…
Lymphoscintigraphy (Sentinel Node Injection) For Breast Cancer
Lymphoscintigraphy for breast cancer is a common and helpful procedure done prior to surgery for breast cancer. This procedure helps the surgeon identify the first lymph node (sentinel node) that…
Interstitial Lung Pattern On Chest X-ray
Interstitial lung pattern on chest X-ray is a common finding in radiology reports which can have numerous causes. This finding can be asymptomatic or have severe and life threatening symptoms….
Enlarged Heart (Cardiomegaly) On Chest X-ray
An enlarged heart is a common finding on chest X-ray. Enlarged heart has many causes outlined below. Sometimes it’s not the actual heart that is enlarged but fluid around it…
Pneumothorax On Chest X-ray
A pneumothorax or collapsed lung is a diagnosis which can be made on a chest X-ray. This potentially life threatening condition needs a prompt diagnosis and treatment. What is a…
Pleural Effusion On Chest X-ray
A pleural effusion is a common finding on chest X-ray which means there is fluid around the lung. Pleural effusions can be caused by many conditions, ranging from benign to…
Infiltrate On Chest X-ray
Infiltrate is a term commonly used on X-rays to describe abnormalities in the lung. The term is descriptive and does not provide a specific diagnosis in many cases. What does…
Hip Steroid Injection Procedure
A hip steroid injection is an outpatient procedure done in radiology. The hip steroid injection often provides relief for a painful hip. What is a hip steroid injection? A hip…