An accessory spleen is normal splenic tissue separate from the main mass of the spleen. Accessory spleens vary in size from a few millimeters to several centimeters, they occur most frequently near or at the splenic hilum. They are also quite common found in up to 16% of CTs of the abdomen and up to… Read More Accessory Spleen (Splenule, Splenunculus)
Intestinal malrotation due to the cessation of normal intestinal rotation in the fetus. The gastrointestinal tract divides into the foregut, midgut, and hindgut. The small and large intestines undergo rapid growth during weeks four and five of development. [1] It is theorized that the intestines outgrow the space in the abdominal cavity causing them to… Read More Intestinal Malrotation (Mid Gut Volvulus)
Mineralizing lenticulostriate vasculopathy (MLSV) is a medical condition that primarily affects the blood vessels in the brain, specifically the lenticulostriate arteries. These arteries are small, deep branches of the middle cerebral artery, and they supply blood to various deep brain structures, including the basal ganglia. Here are some key points to know about mineralizing lenticulostriate… Read More Mineralizing Lenticulostriate Vasculopathy
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
Eye Anatomy The eye is a fluid filled orb that allows us to see things, like ultrasound images and beautiful trees and stuff! Here’s the anatomy that is pertinent for eye ultrasound. Cornea The cornea is the transparent anterior portion of the eye that covers the iris, pupil, and anterior chamber. Anterior Chamber The anterior chamber is the aqueous humor-filled space between the iris and the cornea. Pupil The pupil is a black… Read More Ocular Ultrasound
Sonographic Tendencies 