In medical imaging, "stranding" typically refers to a radiological finding where there are linear or irregular streaks visualized within the soft tissues. These streaks can represent various pathological processes such as inflammation, edema (fluid accumulation), fibrosis, or scarring.

In the context provided, "mild stranding of surrounding fat planes" suggests that there are subtle linear or irregular streaks observed in the fat tissue around the ascending and sigmoid colon on imaging scans. This finding indicates some degree of inflammation or other pathology affecting the fat planes surrounding these portions of the colon.

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With stranding, the fat loses its dark, uniform appearance and becomes brighter with streaks or lines through it. This indicates the presence of inflammation in the surrounding area.