Biomedical subjects
Publications and source records attributed to A E Fisch.
We report a case of infrahepatic absence of the inferior vena cava, which was believed to be the cause of painless gross hematuria. Diagnosis was based on the results of computerized tomography and venacavography. Hemodynamic studies showed normal pressure in the inferior vena cava, superior vena cava and portal vein.
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Computed tomography (CT) is the primary imaging modality for evaluation of an orbital mass presenting as proptosis. Axial myopia is a benign cause of unilateral proptosis frequently encountered by the ophthalmologist. Identification of this condition by CT avoids additional investigation of the cause of the proptosis.
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The development of acute pulmonary edema in four pregnant women being treated for premature labor with betamimetic and glucocorticoid therapy is described. The radiological features and pertinent obstetrical literature concerning this adverse drug reaction are discussed.
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Two cases of lung herniation complicating thoracotomy are presented. The classification and radiographic findings of lung hernia are reviewed.
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A case report of a plasma cell granuloma presenting as a solitary avascular intrarenal mass lesion is presented with angiographic and ultrasonic findings.
The authors describe a new technique for visualization of the nasolacrimal canal in the basal projection. Cranial angulation of the x-ray tube by 14 degrees will project the canal anterior to the facial bones.