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Algorithm for nodular pattern
The algorithm to distinguish perilymphatic, random and centrilobular nodules is the following:
- Look
Algorithm for nodular ... pattern The algorithm ... #Diagnosis #Radiology ... #Pulmonary #HRCT ... #CTChest #NodularPattern
UIP with honeycombing (left) and chronic HP (right)
Differential diagnosis of Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis.
Subacute stage:
- RB-ILD: seen in
show very similar HRCT ... changes are typically ... Clinical #Diagnosis #Radiology ... #CTChest #UIP # ... Comparison #Chronic
Basic Interpretation
A structured approach to interpretation of HRCT involves the following questions:
What is the dominant HR-pattern:
reticular
nodular
high
interpretation of HRCT ... peripheral predominance Are ... #Pulmonary #HRCT ... #CTChest #Interpretation ... #Algorithm #ILD
Amiodarone Induced Lung Toxicity Summary

Who?
• 5% of patients
• Dose ≥ 400 mg per day

How?  Possible
• Acutely (hours ... toxicity (e.g., acute ... • Chronic toxicity ... (e.g., chronic ... confirmatory findings on HRCT
Upper Lobe Lung Diseases - STAR CHASERS Mnemonic

S - Silicosis
T - Tuberculosis
A - Ankylosing Spondylitis
R -
caused by a rigid chest ... cage may result ... aspergillosis - Chronic ... edema in acute ... #STARCHASERS #radiology
There are three principal varieties of pulmonary edema: cardiac, overhydration and increased capillary permeability (ARDS). 
The
There are three ... permeability or acute ... renal failure and chronic ... #Clinical #Radiology ... Pedicle #Width #Comparison
It can be difficult to distinguish these three entities.
There are two diagnostic hints for further differentiation:
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bronchiolitis or chronic ... pulmonary embolism ... right with the pulmonary ... #CTChest #MosaicAttenuation ... #Attenuation #Comparison