A hypodense lesion within the lateral left posterior fossa in the brain indicates an area that appears darker on imaging studies like CT scans, suggesting lower density compared to surrounding tissue. This finding may be due to various underlying causes such as a tumor, cyst, abscess, or hemorrhage, and further evaluation is often needed to determine the exact nature and significance of the lesion.
A lesion containing homogeneous means that the tissue within the lesion has a consistent appearance throughout, without variations in texture, density, or enhancement. This can be seen on imaging studies like MRI or CT scans where the lesion appears uniform in its makeup. It suggests a more uniform composition or structure within the lesion.
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ADH and Oxytocin is produced by hypothalamus.It is secreted by inferior pitutory.
The structure most commonly found in the posterior triangle of the neck is the brachial plexus, a network of nerves that supplies the upper limb. Other structures that can be found in this triangle include the external jugular vein and the spinal accessory nerve.
d. a and b The extensors of the wrist and hand are located within the posterior compartment of the forearm and attach to the lateral epicondyle of the humerus. They do not pass through the carpal tunnel.
The ligament of Wrisberg is in the knee. It runs from the medial femoral condyle behind the posterior cruciate ligament to the posterior horn of the lateral meniscus. If the ligament runs in front of the posterior cruciate ligament, it is a ligament of Humphries.
An intra-lesion bleed is bleeding within the area of abnormal tissue.
A lesion containing homogeneous means that the tissue within the lesion has a consistent appearance throughout, without variations in texture, density, or enhancement. This can be seen on imaging studies like MRI or CT scans where the lesion appears uniform in its makeup. It suggests a more uniform composition or structure within the lesion.
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Most cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is produced within the lateral ventricles of the brain.
Subcortical white matter lesions may be associated with cardiovascular disease. They may also be associated with multiple sclerosis, if the patient has other MS signs and symptoms.
An intraparenchymal lesion refers to an abnormality or lesion located within the actual tissue of an organ, typically seen on imaging studies like MRI or CT scans. These lesions can be caused by various conditions such as tumors, infections, or bleeding within the tissue itself. Further investigations and tests are usually needed to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.
The semicircular canals are three loops of interconnected canals within the inner ear which are responsible for detecting angular acceleration. The three canals are the superior posterior and lateral canals. These canals meet at the common crus or the ampulla. Superior semicircular canal Posterior semicircular canal Lateral semicircular canalThe three canals meet at the common crus or the ampulla. The ampulla is a small pouch-like structure that contains a fluid known as the endolymph. The ampulla is located at the base of the semicircular canals and serves as a sensory organ for maintaining balance and equilibrium.
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There are four cerebral ventricles: the paired lateral ventricles, and the midline third and fourth ventricles. The two lateral ventricles, located within the cerebrum, are relatively large and C-shaped, roughly wrapping around the dorsal aspects of the basal ganglia. It is in the lateral ventricles of the embryo that the successive generation of neurons gives rise to the 6-layered structure of the neocortex, constructed from the inside out during development. Each lateral ventricle extends into the frontal, occipital and temporal lobes via the frontal (anterior), occipital (posterior), and temporal (inferior) horns, respectively. The "body" and "atrium" are situated between the anterior/anterior horn and posterior horns. The lateral ventricles both communicate via the interventricular foramina with the third ventricle, found centrally within the diencephalon. The third ventricle communicates via the cerebral aqueduct, located within the midbrain, with the fourth ventricle, found within the hindbrain. The three foramina to the subarachnoid space are found here, permitting cerebrospinal fluid produced in the ventricles to surround the brainstem, cerebellum, and cerebral cortex. The fourth ventricle is also continuous with the central canal, allowing CSF to bathe the inside surface of the spinal cord as well.
A focal lesion in the prostate refers to a specific area within the prostate gland that appears different from the surrounding tissue on imaging studies such as ultrasound, MRI, or CT scan. These lesions can be benign or malignant and may require further evaluation, such as a biopsy, to determine the nature of the lesion.