Presentation
Acute short of breath
Patient Data
Age: 90 years
Gender: Female
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The heart is enlarged and permanent pacemaker (PPM) is in situ. The interstitial marking of the lungs are increased with numerous peripheral horizontal lines abutting the lateral pleura.
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Subsequent film obtained one week later following treatment for cardiac failure, demonstrates resolution of the abnormality.
Case Discussion
This case demonstrates extensive kerley B lines which subequently resolved following treatment for cardiac failure. Unfortunately many patients who are in cardiac failure do not demonstrate this many Kerley B lines, making diagnosis a little harder.