A few comments about the scan: this is a CT of the Abdomen and Pelvis, Enterography protocol; this is a higher quality study than a standard CT. It is performed with a higher radiation dose and larger dose of IV contrast, which helps to evaluate subtle areas of bowel inflammation. the slice thickness is 2.5 mm.

Nov 5, 2024 · The bladder may be seen as a rounded soft tissue mass 1. Fluoroscopy. Cystography can be performed where the bladder is filled with contrast either via an antegrade or retrograde technique. Ultrasound. The bladder wall is best assessed with this modality - it should not exceed 3-5 mm in thickness.

Aug 6, 2024 · * normal adult bladder volume is 300-400 mL 7. CT. Bladder wall thickness varies with volume, ultrasound cut-offs may not be applicable 8. Differential diagnosis. If the bladder is not distended, then it is difficult to exclude artifactual thickening from a collapsed bladder

Aug 6, 2024 · * normal adult bladder volume is 300-400 mL 7. CT. Bladder wall thickness varies with volume, ultrasound cut-offs may not be applicable 8. Differential diagnosis. If the bladder is not distended, then it is difficult to exclude artifactual thickening from a collapsed bladder

Sep 4, 2024 · This article lists examples of normal imaging of the genitourinary tract and surrounding structures, divided by modality.

May 7, 2024 · CT cystography is a variation of the traditional fluoroscopic cystogram. Instead of anterograde opacification of the urinary collecting system (as with CT urography ), contrast is instilled retrograde into the patient's bladder, and then the pelvis is imaged with CT.

Feb 10, 2025 · The normal adult gallbladder measures from 7-10 cm in length and 3-4 cm in transverse diameter 6. It communicates with the rest of the biliary system by way of the cystic duct , with bidirectional drainage of bile to and from the common hepatic duct .

Jul 16, 2024 · CT urography (CTU or CT IVU), also known as CT intravenous pyelography (CT IVP), has now largely replaced traditional IVU in imaging the genitourinary tract. It gives both anatomical and functional information, albeit with a relatively higher dose of radiation.

May 20, 2021 · A list of normal radiological reference values is as follows: adrenal gland: <1 cm thick, 4-6 cm length; abdominal aorta: <3 cm diameter; appendix: on CT <6 mm caliber; atlantodental distance. adults: <3 mm; children: <5 mm; azygos vein: on erect chest x-ray <10 mm diameter; bladder wall: <3 mm (well-distended state) Boehler angle: 20-40 o ...

Mar 23, 2023 · Computed tomography of kidneys, ureters and bladder (CT KUB) is a quick non-invasive technique for diagnosis of urolithiasis. It is usually considered the initial imaging modality for suspected urolithiasis in an emergency setting 1 .