Pachymeningeal Thickening – Visual Mnemonics

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Differential Diagnosis for Pachymeningeal Thickening — Pachymeningeal Thickening Differentials

Remember PACHI MENINGES for causes of Pachymeningeal Thickening

P – Post Operative
A – Active CSF Leak
C – CNS Lymphoma (Secondary)
H – Hypertrophic Cranial Pachymeningitis
I – Intracranial Hypotension
M – Meningioma, Mets
E – Erdheim Chester
N – Neoplastic
I – Infection
N – Next to Sinusitis or Osteomyelitis
G – Granulomatous
E – Extramedullary Hematopoiesis
S – Solitary fibrous tumor

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Dr. Amar Udare, MD

Dr. Amar Udare is a board-certified radiologist (MD,DNB) with over 10 years of experience and a special interest in body imaging. He currently serves as a Clinical Associate Professor in Diagnostic Imaging (Radiology) at the University of Calgary . With a passion for teaching, he has been a semi-finalist for the Aunt-Minnie Most effective Radiology Educator Awards in 2018 and 2020. Dr. Udare holds an MBBS and MD degree, and his expertise lies in the field of radiology. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications, contributing significantly to the medical field. His works can be accessed on PubMed and Google Scholar. In addition to his academic and professional achievements, Dr. Udare is an avid reader and enjoys exploring the latest advancements in medical technology. His commitment to making complex medical knowledge accessible to patients and the general public aligns with our mission at RadioGyan.com. For any further questions or clarifications, feel free to reach out to Dr. Udare via the contact form.