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How To Analyze A Radiology Ct Scan?
Hi, in my radiology ct scan shows review of the imaged skeleton demonstrates a 7mm ill-defined lucency withing the right iliac bone, lateral to the posterior aspect of the SIJ IMPRESSION. would you please explain in simple words what's that mean. Thank you. Miranda
Mon, 29 Sep 2014
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There is a small 7 mm defect in the hip bone on right side. The exact cause of this cannot be discussed without looking at images and knowing complete clinical details. The CT scan pelvis only describes the appearance of this lytic or bony defect in the bone. If this is an isolated finding then nothing needs to be done. Should the patient be having any underlying medical conditions then a complete clinical review is important.
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There is a small 7 mm defect in the hip bone on right side. The exact cause of this cannot be discussed without looking at images and knowing complete clinical details. The CT scan pelvis only describes the appearance of this lytic or bony defect in the bone. If this is an isolated finding then nothing needs to be done. Should the patient be having any underlying medical conditions then a complete clinical review is important.
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