Hepatofugal Flow
Hepatofugal flow describes blood flow that moves away from the liver, often indicating an underlying abnormality. Imaging tests like ultrasound and CT scans play an important role in evaluation. This…
Abdomen
Hepatopedal Flow
Hepatopedal flow describes the normal direction of blood flow within the portal vein—flowing toward the liver. Imaging tests are important in detecting abnormalities of flow so that a prompt diagnosis…
Portal Vein Thrombosis
Portal vein thrombosis (PVT) is characterized by the formation of a blood clot in the portal vein. The portal vein is a major blood vessel that carries blood from the…
Portal Vein
The portal vein carries blood from the digestive organs to the liver. Imaging tests of the portal vein can diagnose a variety of abnormalities. This article discusses imaging techniques and…
Kidney Hematoma
Kidney hematomas occur when blood collects around or within the kidney due to trauma, surgery, or underlying abnormalities of the kidney. Imaging plays an important role in diagnosing and monitoring…
Renal Vein
The renal veins are blood vessels that carry deoxygenated blood away from the kidneys. Imaging of the renal veins allows diagnosing and managing various conditions, including renal vein thrombosis, compression…
Splenic Vein
The splenic vein is a blood vessel that moves blood from the spleen to the portal vein. Imaging tests are used in diagnosing conditions that affect the splenic vein. In…
Splenic Vein Thrombosis
Splenic vein thrombosis (SVT) occurs when a clot forms in the splenic vein, obstructing blood flow from the spleen. This condition can lead to complications such as an enlarged spleen,…
Adrenal Hemorrhage
Adrenal hemorrhage is a rare but potentially life-threatening condition caused by bleeding into the adrenal glands. The adrenal glands, located on top of the kidneys, play an important role in…
Intrahepatic Biliary Dilatation
Intrahepatic biliary dilatation is a condition where the bile ducts within the liver become enlarged, often due to an obstruction or blockage. Medical imaging plays an important role in detecting…
Pericholecystic Fluid
Pericholecystic fluid means there is fluid around the gallbladder. Fluid around the gallbladder may indicate underlying pathology, most notably inflammation. This article discusses pericholecystic fluid including causes and imaging tests…
Descending Colon
The descending colon is part of the large intestine. Its primary function is to store and process waste as it prepares for excretion. Imaging plays an important role in evaluation…