How accurate is a CT scan in diagnosing the problems of the abdomen and pelvis?

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I understand your concern.

After reviewing the CT (computed tomography) abdomen and pelvis scan (non-contrast), my findings are the following. A defect measuring approximately 10 mm in diameter along the left lower chest/ upper abdominal wall muscles laterally between the left 10th and 11th ribs. Herniation of fat extends to the muscle plane and inferiorly for a distance measuring 70 mm. There are few likely neurovascular structures in the upper part of the herniation distal to the neck of the hernia. A differential diagnosis of the above findings might include but is not limited to fat-containing likely benign neoplasm or lipoma in the area. The liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys are normal. The stomach and intestines are normal. The urinary bladder and prostate gland are normal. The lumbar vertebrae are normal.

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The findings mentioned are likely causing pain in the left lower abdomen. The fat herniating between the abdominal wall muscles might irritate nerves in the area and cause pain. The fat in the hernia is abutting the adjacent muscles. There is no muscle tissue damage.

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