Presentation
HDU patient. Respiratory sepsis.
Patient Data
Age: 75 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Air bronchogram
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.
Case Discussion
This case beautifully illustrates the concept of an air bronchogram - aerated bronchi/bronchioles in a densely consolidation lung.