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
Duplex sonography of the extremities is a non-invasive and valuable tool in detecting diseases in the blood vessels of the arms and legs. This post will cover the basic evaluation of the upper and lower extremity arterial systems. Indications 1. DETECTION OF STENOSIS OR OCCLUSIONS IN SEGMENTS OF THE PERIPHERAL ARTERIES. 2. MONITORING OF SITES… Read More Arterial Duplex/Doppler Sonography of the Upper Extremities
Anatomy The Portal Vein is made up three main vessels the Superior and Inferior Mesenteric veins and the Splenic vein. When these three vessels converge they become the Main Portal Vein which enters the Liver via the porta hepatis along with the hepatic artery and common bile duct (cbd exits the liver), aka the Portal… Read More Portal Vein Doppler
Umbilical Artery Doppler Study Umbilical artery Dopplers are monitored for a variety of reasons in MFM. This is typically a part of a fetal well being assessment. We use the umbilical artery Doppler in the 2nd and 3rd trimester for growth restriction which helps us to determine placental insufficiency. According to Radiopeadia, “Umbilical artery Doppler… Read More Umbilical Artery Doppler
Sonographic Tendencies 