Epitrochlear Lymph Nodes
Epitrochlear lymph nodes are bean shaped structures that are part of the immune system and are located on the inner aspect of the upper arm just above the elbow. When…
General Imaging
Enthesophyte
An enthesophyte is a type of bone spur or calcium deposit that forms at the attachment site where tendons, ligaments, or joint capsules connect to bone. When you see this…
Transudate Versus Exudate
Terms like “transudate” or “exudate” are used in reference to fluid accumulations in the body. The fluid collections can occur around the heart or lungs, in the peritoneal cavity or…
Eosinophilic Granuloma
Eosinophilic granuloma is the most common and mildest form of a rare condition called Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH). This disorder occurs when certain immune cells, called Langerhans cells, grow and…
Mural Thrombus
A mural thrombus is a blood clot that forms and attaches to the inner wall of a blood vessel or heart chamber. When radiologists identify this finding on imaging studies,…
Left Brachiocephalic Vein
The left brachiocephalic vein is an important blood vessel in the upper chest that may appear on your imaging reports. Radiologists mention this structure when it’s being evaluated or when…
Right Brachiocephalic Vein
The right brachiocephalic vein is a vein in the upper chest that can be seen on ultrasound, CT and MRI studies. The vein will be mentioned in the radiology report…
Paraspinal Muscles
Paraspinal muscles are the muscles that run along both sides of the spine, playing an important role in posture, movement, and spinal stability. When reviewing radiology reports, patients may come…
Vascular Calcifications
If you’ve had an X-ray, CT scan, or ultrasound, you might see the term “vascular calcifications” in your radiology report. This can sound alarming, but in many cases, it’s simply…
Septic Emboli
Septic emboli indicate an underlying infection that has spread through the bloodstream to another site in the body. These infected clots travel to different organs, most commonly the lungs, brain,…
PICC Line vs Central Line
PICC line and central line are often mentioned in radiology reports. These medical devices are important in gaining central venous access for administering medications, nutrition and other uses. This article…
Picc Line vs Midline
When patients require long-term intravenous access, doctors often choose between two important options: Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC lines) and Midlines. This article will discuss how these devices appear on…