KEY FACTS Terminology Submucosal tumor of gastrointestinal (GI) tract derived from interstitial cells of Cajal Gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you are…
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KEY FACTS Terminology Alveolar rupture caused by elevated transalveolar pressure during mechanical ventilation Imaging CT is the definitive test for presence & source of extraluminal gas Pleural spaces, mediastinum, subcutaneous, intra- and retroperitoneal, bowel wall Radiographic findings Pneumothorax – Radiolucent…
KEY FACTS Imaging Ingested foreign bodies Commonly affect children, developmentally challenged or psychiatric patients, and inebriated adults Most ingested foreign bodies traverse GI tract without problem: < 1% cause obstruction or perforation – Elongated or sharp objects may impact at point…
KEY FACTS Imaging CT of chest, abdomen, and pelvis can be performed in < 1 minute of scan time Multiplanar, multiphasic CECT shows extent of bowel and solid visceral injuries and bleeding Evaluation of brain and spine injuries can be…
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KEY FACTS Terminology Inflammatory disease of GI tract characterized by tissue eosinophilia that can involve all layers of wall "Eosinophilic gastroenteritis" is misnomer; can affect any portion of GI tract Requires 4 criteria for diagnosis Presence of GI symptoms Biopsy…
KEY FACTS Terminology Relatively common, chronic, multisystem disease of unknown origin characterized by presence of noncaseating epithelioid granulomas Imaging Contrast-enhanced CT of chest and abdomen is most efficient imaging study Can affect almost every organ Most common site of involvement…
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