Severe pulmonary emphysema

Discussion:

This is a case of severe emphysema.

Radiological features include:

  • Flattened diaphragms
  • 11 posterior ribs in the mid clavicular line at the level of the diaphragm (gross hyperinflated)
  • Thin appearance to heart (tiny cardio-thoracic ratio)
  • Variability in the density of vessels in the lungs 

 

 

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