Henry Suarez RDMS (AB, OB/GYN, PS) RVT Gynecomastia Gynecomastia is benign proliferation of ductal epithelium in the retroareolar region in men, believed to have been first introduced in the second century A.D. The phrase gynecomastia (also spelled gynaecomastia); “gyne” (Greek, γυνή/gyne which means woman or female) and “mastos” (Greek mastos “woman’s breast,”). The first mention… Read More Gynecomastia
In this post I’ll just add appendicitis cases until humans evolve the ability to develop the organ! My appendix playlist on YouTube. Appendicitis 1 2 cm appendix in an obese patient. Used the curvilinear probe to get better penetration. Appendicitis 2 Large appendix with appendicolith and hyperemia. Appendicitis 3 0.9 cm appendicitis curled on itself… Read More Appendix Gallery
Choledochal cysts (CC) are rare congenital dilatation of the extra hepatic common bile duct (though they now include focal cystic dilatation of the intrahepatic bile ducts Caroli Disease), first described by Vater and Ezler in 1723. [1] Historically categorized into three types, choledochal cysts are now classified into five types known as Todani Classification. [2]… Read More Choledochal Cyst
Case An adolescent patient presented for ultrasound with a history of tachycardia and diaphoresis. On ultrasound examination a heterogenous mass was seen medial to the left renal pelvis which was determined to be extra adrenal pheochromocytoma after further investigation. Pheochromocytoma’s are rare adrenal tumors that arise from the medulla (chromaffin cell tumors) derived from the… Read More Pheochromocytoma
Henry Suarez RDMS (AB, OB/GYN, PS) RVT Phyllodes Tumor Phyllodes tumors are uncommon breast lesions that consist of connective tissue and epithelium. The spectrum of behavior from phyllodes ranges from benign (comparable to fibroadenoma) to malignant with metastatic potential. Historically these lesions were called cystosarcoma phyllodes, though now are referred to as phyllodes due to… Read More Phyllodes Tumor
Hydatidiform Mole aka Molar pregnancy is cause by implantation and proliferation of a non-viable fertilized ovum. Characteristics are that of throphoblastic proliferation and Vesicular swelling of the chorionic villi. Sonographically you’ll see an enlarged , round uterus with many cystic spaces classically referred to as “bunch of grapes” 🍇. There are two types of molar… Read More Molar Pregnancy
Polyorchidism or supernumerary testicles is a rare condition with the presence of an accessory testis, can be unilateral or bilateral. It is believed to occur due to abnormal development of the genital ridge in the 8th week of fetal development. 75% of cases represent as a painless palpable mass in the scrotum. [1] 20% of… Read More Polyorchidism
The appendix testis is a vestigial remnant of the Müllerian duct. It is a little nub of non functioning tissue that is normally located in the superior pole of the testicle. If this structure twists (torsion) it can lead to inflammation and pain. This process is most commonly seen in pediatrics especially prepubescent boys. Clinically… Read More Torsed Appendix Testis
Ovarian torsion is an infrequent though important gynecological pathology.… Read More Ovarian Torsion
Sonographic Tendencies 