Flow related artifact

What does "Flow related artifact" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Flow related artifact" is a term used in medical imaging. It refers to a kind of distortion or misleading image that can appear on a scan. This can happen when the movement of fluids, like blood or urine, in the body is captured during the scanning process. It's not an actual physical thing in the body, but rather an effect of how the scanning machine works.

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