Presentation
Fall from standing height.
Patient Data
Age: 80
Gender: Male
From the case:
Pleural plaques
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Multiple nodular opacifications are consistent with pleural calcified plaques attributed to previous asbestos exposure. Small right sided pleural effusion. Dilated and ectatic thoracic aorta with enlarged cardiomediastinal contours. Multiple right sided rib fractures.
Case Discussion
Previous asbestos exposure forming calcified pleural plaques.