What does "Small patchy subarticular PD fatsat hyperintense areas" 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.
"Small patchy subarticular PD fatsat hyperintense areas" refers to small, uneven areas near the surface of a joint where the imaging appears brighter than usual on a specific type of MRI scan called a Proton Density Fat Saturation (PD fatsat) scan. This brightness, or "hyperintensity", often indicates that there is more water or fluid in these areas than normal, which can be a sign of various conditions, such as inflammation or injury.
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