A Tale of Two Veins on MRI

Cirrhosis
Explore a case where an MRI reveals a patent umbilical vein and esophageal varices. What underlying condition do these signs of portal hypertension point to?
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Papules on the Penis?

Pearly penile papules
Discover the diagnosis for multiple, tiny, smooth, skin-colored papules found along the coronal sulcus of the glans penis. A common, benign finding.
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A Red Flag After Cancer?

Cellulitis
A patient with a history of breast cancer presents with acute erythema. Is it radiation dermatitis, recurrence, or something else? Explore the diagnosis.
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A Shocking Complication

Digital ischemia
A patient in shock with DIC develops severe extremity changes. Review the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of this critical vascular emergency.
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A Symmetrical Bulge in the Eye

Retinal detachment
Explore a case of an unusual MRI finding in the right eye, showing symmetrical bulging. What could cause this unique presentation of retinal pathology?
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When Joints & Skin Stretch Too Far

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
A patient presents with remarkable flexibility. What genetic condition affecting collagen could be the cause? Delve into the diagnosis and management.
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A Tibial Radiograph Puzzle

Marrow hyperplasia
This case presents an AP radiograph of a tibia with a widened medullary cavity. Learn how chronic anemia can lead to characteristic bone changes.
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Air in the Cranium: A Curious Finding

Pneumocephalus
Explore a case of intracranial air on a cranial radiograph. Learn about the causes, from trauma to infection, and the diagnostic approach to this finding.
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A Netlike Rash on the Foot

Thrombotic vasculopathy
A patient presents with a purpuric, netlike skin eruption on their foot. Explore the differential diagnosis of retiform purpura and its serious implications.
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Decoding a Discolored Tongue

Candida albicans infection
Explore the differential diagnosis for black hairy tongue (lingua villosa nigra), a striking oral finding linked to certain medications and organisms.
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