Presentation
Dyspnea, fevers.
Patient Data
Age: 65
Gender: Female
From the case:
Emphysema on chest x-ray
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Info
The lungs are hyperexpanded with coarse bronchovascular markings in keeping with COPD. There is increased AP diameter and increased retrosternal airspace but the diaphragms have a near normal contour.
From the case:
Emphysema on chest x-ray
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CT confirms a predominantly centrilobular emphysematous pattern and over-inflation of the lungs.
Case Discussion
This case is a nice example of emphysema on chest x-ray without overtly flattened hemidiaphragms but quite increased retrosternal airspace that contributes to lung hyperexpansion.
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