Horseshoe Kidney Ultrasound
A horseshoe kidney is the most common type of renal fusion anomaly. It is often rotated and located abnormally low. This make it difficult to diagnose. After reading this tutorial,…
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Pancreatitis Ultrasound | Diagnostic Criteria, Pearls & Pitfalls
Acute pancreatitis is one of the most important pancreatic conditions that every ultrasound learner should recognize. In this article, you will learn: The goal is not to memorize findings. The…
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Hydronephrosis Ultrasound | Causes, Pitfalls, and Grading
Not all hydro nephrosis is pathological. And, ureteric stone is not only the cause of hydro nephrosis. After reading this article, you will Normal Sonographic Anatomy of Kidney To understand…
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Renal Stone Ultrasound: Diagnostic Criteria | Pitfalls & Pearls
Renal stone or calculi is common renal pathology that you’ll find during renal scan. They are hard, solid, crystal-like masses. They appears echogenic foci within kidney urine collecting system- calyx,…
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Simple vs Complex Renal Cysts Ultrasound
Renal Cysts are common finding while doing abdominal ultrasound, especially in person over age 60. What is renal cyst? It is a fluid-filled sac found in a kidney with otherwise…
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11 Most Common Bowel Pathologies on Ultrasound
These are common bowel pathology that can be diagnosed on ultrasound. These pathologies are described based on simple practical framework. This will make it easy for you to approach and…
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Understanding Common Bowel Pathology Ultrasound Pattern
As a beginners, when you scan bowel, all you see is gas or fluid filled tubular structure. Unlike other abdominal organ like liver and kidney, it is very difficult to…
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Ovarian Volume Measurement Ultrasound
Ovarian volume is more useful than taking a single measurement such as length. Why? The ovary is a dynamic organ, and its size and shape change with age and during…
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Mesenteric Lymphadenitis Ultrasound
Mesenteric lymphadenitis is frequently seen in children and young adult. It is a common mimicker of acute appendicitis. After reading this tutorial, you’ll will Anatomy of Mesenteric Lymph Node Mesenteric…
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Endometrial Thickness Measurement Protocol Ultrasound
For endometrial thickness measurement, transvaginal ultrasound (TVS) is always preferred over transabdominal ultrasound (TAS). Because it provides higher resolution and a clearer image of the endometrium. In fact, endometrial thickness…
