Date post: | 23-Jan-2017 |
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Interpretation of X-ray in Disease Process
by Dr. Dimpu Gangmei (PG – Department of Radio-diagnosis)
Tools of Trade :• Densities (increased or decreased). • Outline (silhouette).• Lesion.
Characterization (to aid differential diagnosis)• Pattern.• Cystic or solid lesion.• Calcification.• Location.
Chest X-ray
• Lung field.• Mediastinum.• Thoracic wall (MSK).• Diaphragm.
Pathology
Pneumonia• Severe pneumonia is classically manifested by
airspace disease and consolidation (alveoli and bronchioles that are completely filled
• Air bronchograms may occur (air in larger bronchi, outlined by consolidated surrounding parenchyma)
Air Bronchogram
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