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Algorithm for nodular pattern
The algorithm to distinguish perilymphatic, random and centrilobular nodules is the following:
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pattern The algorithm ... are visible, the pattern ... #Diagnosis #Radiology ... HRCT #CTChest #NodularPattern ... #Nodular #Pattern
On the left some diseases with a nodular pattern.
1. Hypersensitivity pneumonitis: ill defined centrilobular nodules.
2. Miliary
with a nodular pattern ... Miliary TB: random ... #Clinical #Diagnosis ... CTChest #Nodular #Pattern ... #NodularPattern
Abnormal Liver Function Tests - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm for Transaminitis
Hepatocellular Pattern (ALT or AST > ALP):
- Differential Diagnosis ... Hepatocellular Pattern ... NAFLD, Others • Mild ... dz Cholestatic Pattern ... Ducts - CBD
Dilated Common Bile Duct on POCUS
50's yo patient with RUQ abd pain. Vitals stable/afebrile. Labs: WBC
Vitals stable/afebrile ... 12.4, obstructive pattern ... Subsequently had CT ... Diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma ... RJonesSonoEM #Dilated #CBD
Basic Interpretation
A structured approach to interpretation of HRCT involves the following questions:
What is the dominant HR-pattern:
reticular
nodular
high
the dominant HR-pattern ... perilymphatic or random ... bronchiectasis) #Diagnosis ... Interpretation #Algorithm ... #ILD #RadiologyAssistant
Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor-Mediated Colitis
Grade of Disease Severity:
 • G1: Increase < 4 BMs/day over baseline; mild
intervention indicated Diagnostic ... +EGD): - Random ... Cross-sectional Imaging (MR/CT ... #management #algorithm ... #IBD