Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Fluid collections ultrasonically simulating urinary bladder

C E Fiske, P W Callen

    Journal of the Canadian Association of Radiologists
    |December 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary
    This summary is machine-generated.

    Related Concept Videos

    You might also read

    Related Articles

    Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

    Sort by
    Same author

    Polymicrogyria in a fetus with human parvovirus B19 infection: a case with radiologic-pathologic correlation.

    Ultrasound in obstetrics & gynecology : the official journal of the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology·2012
    Same author

    Evaluation of femur length during the second and third trimesters in fetuses with myelomeningocele.

    Ultrasound in obstetrics & gynecology : the official journal of the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology·2004
    Same author

    The lung-to-head ratio and fetoscopic temporary tracheal occlusion: prediction of survival in severe left congenital diaphragmatic hernia.

    Ultrasound in obstetrics & gynecology : the official journal of the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology·2003
    Same author

    Measurement of endometrial thickness at US in multicenter drug trials: value of central quality assurance reading.

    Radiology·2000
    Same author

    Prenatal sonographic findings in fetal cirrhosis secondary to hemochromatosis.

    Journal of ultrasound in medicine : official journal of the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine·2000
    Same author

    Effect of ultrasound transducer frequency on the appearance of the fetal bowel.

    Journal of ultrasound in medicine : official journal of the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine·1999
    Same journal

    Balloon therapy for obesity--when the balloon bursts.

    Journal of the Canadian Association of Radiologists·1985
    Same journal

    An unusual radiological artefact: a nipple ring.

    Journal of the Canadian Association of Radiologists·1985
    Same journal

    Another look at the "ring-around-the-artery" in pneumomediastinum.

    Journal of the Canadian Association of Radiologists·1985
    Same journal

    Computed tomography used to exclude pneumothorax in bullous lung disease.

    Journal of the Canadian Association of Radiologists·1985
    Same journal

    Intrapetrous intracavernous fusiform aneurysm of the internal carotid artery.

    Journal of the Canadian Association of Radiologists·1985
    Same journal

    CT of myeloma involving the skull base.

    Journal of the Canadian Association of Radiologists·1985
    See all related articles

    Distinguishing pelvic cystic masses from the urinary bladder on ultrasound is crucial. This study evaluated 100 cases to identify common confusions and offer solutions for accurate diagnosis.

    Area of Science:

    • Medical imaging
    • Diagnostic ultrasound
    • Pelvic ultrasonography

    Background:

    • Cystic pelvic masses can mimic the urinary bladder on ultrasound.
    • Misidentification can lead to diagnostic errors.
    • Accurate differentiation is essential for patient management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the ease of distinguishing the urinary bladder from cystic pelvic masses.
    • To identify factors contributing to misidentification.
    • To discuss methods for avoiding diagnostic pitfalls.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of 100 pelvic cystic masses and fluid collections.
    • Analysis of ultrasound images for urinary bladder identification.
    • Assessment of factors causing confusion.

    Related Experiment Videos

    Main Results:

    • The study identified specific ultrasound features that aid in differentiating the urinary bladder.
    • Common pitfalls leading to confusion were analyzed.
    • Techniques to improve diagnostic accuracy were explored.

    Conclusions:

    • Clear identification of the urinary bladder distinct from cystic masses is achievable.
    • Awareness of potential confusion and application of specific techniques can prevent misdiagnosis.
    • Improved ultrasound interpretation enhances pelvic mass evaluation.