Popliteal Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
The popliteal vein a deep vein behind the knee. A DVT is a clot that forms in this vein. This is a diagnosis which needs prompt diagnosis and treatment. A…
Arms & Legs
Blood Clot In Arm (DVT)
A blood clot in an arm vein is a diagnosis which must be made promptly. A blood clot in an arm vein can dislodge and travel to the lungs….
Shoulder X-ray
Shoulder X-rays are done for a variety of indications ranging from trauma and falls to chronic pain in the shoulder. We usually take multiple X-rays of the shoulder which gives…
Shoulder MRI Scan Explained
A shoulder MRI is done to provide a detailed look at the structures of the shoulder. MRI of the shoulder is a powerful tool to non invasively diagnose abnormalities of…
Knee MRI Scan Explained
A knee MRI is done to look inside the knee and see if there is an explanation for pain or other symptoms. A knee MRI gives a detailed look at…
How Is A Blood Clot Of The Arm Diagnosed?
A blood clot in the arm is diagnosed with an ultrasound. The ultrasound uses sound waves to look at the body. There is no radiation. An ultrasound is done by…
How Is A Blood Clot of The Leg Diagnosed?
A blood clot of the leg is diagnosed with ultrasound. The ultrasound is performed by a specially trained technologist and interpreted by a radiology doctor. The ultrasound uses sound waves…
Correlate With Point Tenderness
Correlate with point tenderness is a phrase used on X-rays of bones. This phrase is used when an abnormality is seen of the bone that is not clearly a fracture…
Can CT detect a Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)?
A deep vein thrombus is a clot that develops in a deep vein. This can be in the arms, legs, or pelvis. A deep vein thrombus can be a deadly…
Baker’s Cyst on Ultrasound
A Baker’s cyst is a common finding on ultrasound of the leg. We often detect Baker’s cysts when we scan the leg looking for a clot in the veins. A…
DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis) Of The Leg On Ultrasound
An ultrasound of the leg is often ordered when your doctor suspects a deep vein thrombus. This often presents with leg swelling, redness and pain. The danger is that you…
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…