Presentation
HDU patient. Respiratory sepsis.
Patient Data
Age: 75 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Air bronchogram
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Endotracheal tube, NG tube, and right internal jugular lines suitably sited.
Extensive bilateral panlobar consolidation, with dense left lower lobe consolidation. Small left-sided pleural effusion.
From the case:
Air bronchogram
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The air bronchogram of consolidation is illustrated.
Case Discussion
This case beautifully illustrates the concept of an air bronchogram - aerated bronchi/bronchioles in a densely consolidation lung.
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