Presentation
Cough and fever.
Patient Data
Age: 3 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Normal chest X-ray - inspiration and expiration
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This is a normal chest x ray in expiration (left), and adequate inspiration (Right).
Case Discussion
This case highlights the importance of optimal technique: an expiration view can mimic cardiomegaly, consolidation, etc.
This case was published with Valentina Diaz MD.
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