Liver Cirrhosis On Ultrasound, CT, MRI
Liver cirrhosis is a serious medical condition that affects the liver’s ability to function properly. Detecting cirrhosis at an early stage is crucial for effective treatment and management. In this…
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Hypoechoic Liver Mass
Hypoechoic liver mass is a medical condition that requires attention and understanding. In this article, we’ll delve into the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of hypoechoic liver masses to provide you…
Echogenic Kidney On Ultrasound
An echogenic kidney is one which whiter than usual on ultrasound. Echogenic kidneys are not specific for a diagnosis but can indicate kidney problems. Echogenic kidneys are determined by…
Echogenic Liver On Ultrasound
Echogenic liver is one which is whiter than usual on ultrasound. Echogenic liver has many causes but is most commonly seen with fatty infiltration. Echogenic liver may not have…
IPMN Of The Pancreas (Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasm)
Intraductal papillary mucinous tumor or IPMN is a cystic tumor that arises from the pancreatic duct. The pancreatic duct runs through the pancreas and carries digestive juices to the intestine….
Cholangiocarcinoma Symptoms, Imaging And Treatment
Cholangiocarcinoma is a cancer of the biliary ducts. The biliary ducts carry bile from the liver to the intestine. Bile helps with digestion. Cholangiocarcinoma is a cancer that is often…
Dilated Pancreatic Duct
A dilated pancreatic duct can be diagnosed on imaging tests like ultrasound, CT and MRI. The function of the pancreatic duct is to carry digestive enzymes from the pancreas to…
Pancreatic Duct Stone
Pancreatic duct stones are commonly found in patients with chronic pancreatitis. Pancreatic duct stones can contribute to abdominal pain and loss of function of the pancreas. Imaging tests can often…
Splenic Vein Thrombosis
Splenic vein thrombosis means that the vein which drains the spleen develops a blockage from a clot. This condition is most commonly associated with diseases of the pancreas like pancreatitis…
Spleen Injury: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment
The spleen is one of the most common organs to be injured during trauma. The spleen receives a large amount of blood supply. Injury to the spleen can therefore be…
Masses And Lesions In Spleen
There are many different kinds of masses and lesions of the spleen. Masses and lesions range from benign cysts, post traumatic findings like bleeds, to cancers and conditions which you…
Splenule (Accessory Spleen)
Splenules are nodules of splenic tissue that you are born with. They are common on imaging studies. Splenules rarely cause complications. They can be diagnosed confidently on imaging studies….