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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 ... perilymphatic, random ... HRCT #CTChest #NodularPattern ... #Nodular #Pattern
On the left some diseases with a nodular pattern.
1. Hypersensitivity pneumonitis: ill defined centrilobular nodules.
2. Miliary
diseases with a nodular ... Miliary TB: random ... histiocytosis: early nodular ... Pulmonary #CTChest #Nodular ... #Pattern #NodularPattern
The distribution of nodules shown on HRCT is the most important factor in making an accurate
diagnosis in the nodular ... pattern. ... Random distribution ... Pulmonary #HRCT #NodularPattern ... #Nodular #Pattern
Nodular pattern
1. Hypersensitivity pneumonitis: ill defined centrilobular nodules.
2. Miliary TB: random nodules
3. Sarcoidosis: nodules with perilymphatic
Nodular pattern ... Hypersensitivity pneumonitis: ill ... Miliary TB: random ... perilymphatic distribution ... HRCT #CTChest #Nodular
Lymphomas and Lymphoproliferative Disorders - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Hodgkin Lymphoma ~40% - Characteristic For Reed-Sternberg (RS) Cells
Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... - Bimodal Age Distribution ... prognosis • Nodular ... • Classic - Nodular ... involvement, irregular pattern
Cryptogenic Organizing Pneumonia (COP)

Cryptogenic Organizing Pneumonia Overview:
 • Idiopathic form of organizing pneumonia
 • formerly BOOP
CXR: Peripheral distribution ... consolidation and GG pattern ... irregular lines, nodular ... zone, GGO, small modular ... BOOP #pulmonary #ILD
Basic Interpretation
A structured approach to interpretation of HRCT involves the following questions:
What is the dominant HR-pattern:
reticular
nodular
high
the dominant HR-pattern ... : reticular nodular ... perilymphatic or random ... Interpretation #Algorithm ... #ILD #RadiologyAssistant
Algorithm for Diagnosis of Diffuse Cystic Lung Disease (DCLD)
Round, smooth cysts with normal lung parenchyma in
Algorithm for Diagnosis ... cysts along with nodules ... septal thickening & nodules ... LCDD, SS Cyst pattern ... presentations - ILD
Lyme Disease - Diagnosis and Management Summary

Lyme Disease Epidemiology:
- Spirochete
- Reservoir: small mammals & birds
- Transmitted
Scapularis in eastern ... America - Bimodal distribution ... - 5-14 years old ... - 45-55 years old ... Pericarditis • Ocular