Question 1

what does "overuse uptake is noted at both medial knees" mean?

Accepted Answer

Contrast imaging: I take it that you have had a contrast imaging of the knee.
The term means that there is a filling defect in part of the knee (probably cartilage)  that was filled with the contrast material and that how it is shown on the image.
Probably the defect is secondary to overuse of the knee.

Question 2

what does this mean increased areas of radiotracer uptake at the acromioclavicular joints bilaterally, coracoid processes bilaterally, and knee joints?

Accepted Answer

The bone scan: is "active" with ANY INFLAMMATORY process including degenerative arthritis which may be the reason in your case! IT'S A NON-SPECIFIC FINDING!!!!!!!!!!

Hope this helps!

Dr Z

Question 3

3 phase bone scan, what does it mean? "delayed images photopenic defect is seen of l knee medial compartment arthroplasty hardware. moderate to high grade uptake around tibial component."

Accepted Answer

: It is important to interprete in context of clinical evaluation, however the bone scan is used to measure inflammation because there is increased blood flow to area of inflammation and sometimes inflammation is due to infection. You should follow up with the medical provider so appropriate interpretation and management could be done.

Question 4

there is increased flow and uptake in the dynamic and blood pool phases of the bone scan of right knee but appears decreased intensity from the prior study suggest hyperemia secondary to inflammatory process. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

: All imaging and laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor who ordered the tests. 
Wish you good health!

Question 5

i am experiencing  severe pain in knee and thigh. i have had x-rays a mri and a bone scan. all points to an enchrondoma  size of lesion is 5.9cm by 3.2cm. bone scan results say mild uptake in metabolically active lesion?

Accepted Answer

See specialist: Your best option is to see an ORS who is a tumor/ reconstructive surgeon. There are several centers in Canada and many in the U.S.You want a surgeon who has done this surgery before( if needed). They can also determine if this benign bone tumor is the cause of your pain and your options. Best of luck!

Question 6

left knee medial compartment joint replacement hardware with abnormal 
uptake of tracer in the medial left femoral condyle proximal to the prosthesis.

Accepted Answer

Varies : It varies in part on the type of scan you underwent and the timing of when your knee replace my was done as well.  A standard bone scan will light up with increased bone activity and would be concerning for loosening, infection, or fracture.  A white blood labeled scan that lights up whilst be concerning for infection.  I would discuss with your surgeon.

Question 7

i had me kneed xray and impression say " degenerative osseous changes on both knees" . what doea it mean?

Accepted Answer

DJD: It means degenerative joint disease of bone. It is also known as osteoarthritis. It is usual wear and tear of bones with age. It is common and gets worse with age. In some people the replacements  of joints are done. Initially you can manage with otc pain medications.

Question 8

41 female, mri on knee said mild degenerative joint disease.does that mean osteoarthritis? stiffness and pain, had some blood work done. normal except the markers for anemia, my esr 77 and my crp 30. osteoarthritis causing those those to elevate?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, mild degenerative disease means osteoarthritis. However, anemia, elevated ESR and CRP are not likely due to mild osteoarthritis and a different cause is much more likely. Seeing a rheumatologist may help in clarifying.

Question 9

what does stable increased flow and uptake of the right knee joint on the triple phase bone scan suggests hyperemia secondary to infection or inflammatory process and bone remodeling or repair and suspect loosening mean. concerning?

Accepted Answer

: I think this report reflects probable ongoing inflammation or loosening of a prosthesis in your knee. I assume you're experiencing significant knee discomfort. Your orthopedic surgeon, who knows your operative history,current symptoms and knee exam findings,  is best to advise you. He/she can also confer with the radiologist who interpreted your study.

Question 10

if you feel a pinch in your knee, what does that mean?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say.: It may just be some soft tissue irritation, or maybe you have a meniscal tear or a loose body in the knee.

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What does this mean increased areas of radiotracer uptake at the acromioclavicular joints bilaterally, coracoid processes bilaterally, and knee joints?

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3 phase bone scan, what does it mean? "delayed images photopenic defect is seen of l knee medial compartment arthroplasty hardware. moderate to high grade uptake around tibial component."

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There is increased flow and uptake in the dynamic and blood pool phases of the bone scan of right knee but appears decreased intensity from the prior study suggest hyperemia secondary to inflammatory process. should i be worried?

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I am experiencing severe pain in knee and thigh. i have had x-rays a mri and a bone scan. all points to an enchrondoma size of lesion is 5.9cm by 3.2cm. bone scan results say mild uptake in metabolically active lesion?

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Left knee medial compartment joint replacement hardware with abnormal uptake of tracer in the medial left femoral condyle proximal to the prosthesis.

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I had me kneed xray and impression say " degenerative osseous changes on both knees" . what doea it mean?

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41 female, mri on knee said mild degenerative joint disease.does that mean osteoarthritis? stiffness and pain, had some blood work done. normal except the markers for anemia, my esr 77 and my crp 30. osteoarthritis causing those those to elevate?

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What does stable increased flow and uptake of the right knee joint on the triple phase bone scan suggests hyperemia secondary to infection or inflammatory process and bone remodeling or repair and suspect loosening mean. concerning?

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If you feel a pinch in your knee, what does that mean?

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