Radiologic Case Study Essay
Radiologic case study
A male patient of approximate mid 50's in age went to the doctor with severe tenderness, swelling and pain in his left knee after falling down stairs and twisting his knee. The doctor found there was noticable swelling. An MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) showed the back side corner of the knee to be intact but also did show thickening of the ligament located on the outer side of the knee. The MRI shows an oval abnormality that ran alongside of the ligament.
However, MRI images can appear aggresive and therefore findings can often be mistaken for other knee abnormalities, specifically a twisting injury that requires a fractured ligament. A CT (computed tomography) scan excluded a fracture, and the thigh bone was intact with a smooth surface showing no signs of trauma. …show more content…
Aponeurosis – Flat, wide, white sheet of fibrous connective tissue. It attaches a muscle to a bone or other structure
5). Retinaculum – Thin, nearly translucent band of fibrous tissue and fascia. It holds down tendons that cross the wrist and ankle
6). Intercostal Muscles – Muscles between the ribs that work in pairs to spread the ribs apart during inspiration and move the ribs together during forced expiration, coughing, or sneezing
7). Parasympathetic Division – Division of the autonomic nervous system. It uses the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. It directs the activity of the heart, involuntary smooth muscles, and glands while the body is at rest
8). Cerebellum – Small, rounded structure that is the most posterior part of the brain. It monitors muscle tone and position and coordinates new muscle movements
9). Hemisphere – One half of the cerebrum. The right hemisphere recognizes patterns and three-dimensional structures (including faces) and the emotions of words. The left hemisphere deals with mathematical and logical reasoning, analysis, the interpreting sights, sounds, and sensations. The left hemisphere is active in reading, writing, and
A male patient of approximate mid 50's in age went to the doctor with severe tenderness, swelling and pain in his left knee after falling down stairs and twisting his knee. The doctor found there was noticable swelling. An MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) showed the back side corner of the knee to be intact but also did show thickening of the ligament located on the outer side of the knee. The MRI shows an oval abnormality that ran alongside of the ligament.
However, MRI images can appear aggresive and therefore findings can often be mistaken for other knee abnormalities, specifically a twisting injury that requires a fractured ligament. A CT (computed tomography) scan excluded a fracture, and the thigh bone was intact with a smooth surface showing no signs of trauma. …show more content…
Aponeurosis – Flat, wide, white sheet of fibrous connective tissue. It attaches a muscle to a bone or other structure
5). Retinaculum – Thin, nearly translucent band of fibrous tissue and fascia. It holds down tendons that cross the wrist and ankle
6). Intercostal Muscles – Muscles between the ribs that work in pairs to spread the ribs apart during inspiration and move the ribs together during forced expiration, coughing, or sneezing
7). Parasympathetic Division – Division of the autonomic nervous system. It uses the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. It directs the activity of the heart, involuntary smooth muscles, and glands while the body is at rest
8). Cerebellum – Small, rounded structure that is the most posterior part of the brain. It monitors muscle tone and position and coordinates new muscle movements
9). Hemisphere – One half of the cerebrum. The right hemisphere recognizes patterns and three-dimensional structures (including faces) and the emotions of words. The left hemisphere deals with mathematical and logical reasoning, analysis, the interpreting sights, sounds, and sensations. The left hemisphere is active in reading, writing, and