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Pulmonary (Lungs & Airways)
Question 1: Pulmonary Nodule Stem: A 68-year-old man with a 40-pack-year smoking history is found to have a 7 mm solid, non-calcified nodule in the right upper lobe on a…
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IR/Procedures Prep: The Sterile Field Setup and Aseptic Technique Checklist for Residents
Introduction Infection control is paramount in radiology, particularly when performing biopsies, drain insertions, or port placements. Breaking the sterile field not only compromises patient safety but can stop a procedure…
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Head & Neck Radiology: Salivary Gland Mass Differential Diagnosis (The Mnemonic Guide)
Introduction Head and Neck imaging is often considered a "black box" by many residents, and salivary gland masses are particularly tricky due to the wide range of benign and malignant…
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Thoracic Radiology: The CTPA Checklist—How to Interpret a CT Pulmonary Angiogram Accurately
Introduction The CT Pulmonary Angiogram (CTPA) is one of the most frequently requested urgent studies, and correctly interpreting it for Pulmonary Embolism (PE) is non-negotiable. A missed PE is a…
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Neuroradiology Board Prep: Unruptured Intracranial Aneurysm Protocol & Management
Introduction Unruptured intracranial aneurysms (UIAs) are one of the most common and anxiety-inducing findings on Neuroradiology studies. Your role, both on call and during the board exam, is to clearly…
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Musculoskeletal Radiology: The Ultimate MSK X-Ray Interpretation Checklist (Non-Trauma)
Introduction Musculoskeletal (MSK) plain films are a daily reality in radiology, yet distinguishing between a benign lesion, an aggressive tumor, or an early infection can be daunting. As a busy…
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IR Procedures Step-by-Step: Pigtail Drainage Catheter Insertion & Management
Introduction The percutaneous drainage catheter, often a pigtail, is the bread-and-butter procedure of Interventional Radiology. It’s a core skill you must master early in your residency. Correct technique minimizes complications,…
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Emergency Radiology: 5 Must-Know Diagnoses for Your First Night On-Call
Introduction That first night of Emergency Radiology On-Call is a rite of passage—a blend of excitement and sheer terror. You're the final line of defense, and while you can't know…
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50 Trending Radiology Thesis Topics for MD/DNB (2025): AI, Interventional, and Nuclear Medicine
Introduction Choosing the right thesis topic is arguably the most critical decision of your radiology postgraduate career. It's a high-stakes choice that shapes your sub-specialty focus, dictates your time investment,…
🤖 AI Techniques in Chest X-Ray (CXR) Interpretation
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing chest radiography — transforming how radiologists detect, diagnose, and triage abnormalities. With deep learning algorithms now achieving performance comparable to expert radiologists in certain tasks,…