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Upper lung zone preference is seen in:
- Inhaled particles: pneumoconiosis (silica or coal)
- Smoking related diseases
Upper lung zone preference ... Sarcoidosis Lower zone preference ... Pulmonary edema #Diagnosis ... Radiology #Pulmonary #HRCT ... Differential #Table #Distribution
The distribution of nodules shown on HRCT is the most important factor in making an accurate
nodules shown on HRCT ... making an accurate diagnosis ... in the nodular pattern ... Random refers to no preference ... #Pulmonary #HRCT
Algorithm for nodular pattern
The algorithm to distinguish perilymphatic, random and centrilobular nodules is the following:
- Look
Algorithm for nodular ... pattern The algorithm ... are visible, the pattern ... #Diagnosis #Radiology ... #Pulmonary #HRCT
The CXR demonstrates a reticular interstitial pattern with a preference at the lung bases.
The HRCT demonstrates
reticular interstitial pattern ... with a preference ... at the lung bases ... The HRCT demonstrates ... #Interstitial #Pattern
Basic Interpretation
A structured approach to interpretation of HRCT involves the following questions:
What is the dominant HR-pattern:
reticular
nodular
high
Basic Interpretation ... interpretation of HRCT ... the dominant HR-pattern ... bronchiectasis) #Diagnosis ... Interpretation #Algorithm
A quick infographic on the importance of sun protection and the various results of sun damage
wavelengths #causes #diagnosis ... dermatology #skin References ... melanoma: does age matter ... cancer: clinical basics