Signs and Syndromes in Radiology: Volume 1 English 2005

Evolution is the role in our profession. Radiology is the most dynamic field in this respect. However, clinico-pathological conditions have remained through time immemorial and have become more complicated and shown intriguing features with time. Therefore, imaging has always played a very vital role in establishing the diagnosis reviewing treatment and in follow up of the clinical conditions. The vast knowledge of radiology is full of radiological signs pertaining to the disease process which need to be recognized for easy diagnosis. On reviewing past literature, we understand that the syndromes are not only surviving, but, are also proliferating and reproducing. A syndrome produces a combination of various clinical symptoms, signs and laboratory findings. Imaging provides corroborated evidence to support the diagnosis. It is important to recognize them for the patients benefit, for proper patient counseling and treatment. Many times, the radiologists is the one to suggest the diagnosis.