Abdominal anatomy: CT & ultrasound Anatomy Pearls to Impress on Rotations (and while watching The Pitt)

We start with a quick review of the key anatomy from Part 1, then take it a step further with some anatomy you can actually use on your next rotation.In this episode:• Peripancreatic anatomy — a great ultrasound-to-CT correlation that makes identifying the pancreas and surrounding vessels much easier• Malrotation — how understanding the relationship of the SMA, SMV, and bowel can help you recognize this important diagnosis• Morrison’s pouch (hepatorenal recess) — where to look for free fluid and why this space is so important in trauma• FAST exams — connecting the anatomy to real-world emergency imaging and a finding that seems to show up on almost every episode of The PittThe goal isn’t to memorize anatomy for an exam. It’s to understand the anatomy well enough to recognize when something is wrong.⭐ Don’t Miss That Radiology — practical radiology pearls for medical students, residents, and anyone who wants to get better at imaging.#radiology #anatomy #ultrasound #CT #thePitt