Cystic fibrosis

Case contributed by Hani M. Al Salam
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Repeated chest infection

Patient Data

Age: 20 years
Gender: Male
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Bilateral predominantly upper lobes bronchiectasis​ with patchy consolidations and mild hyperinflation. 

Case Discussion

Typical findings of cystic fibrosis on plain chest radiographs. 

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