Bilateral Hilar lymphadenopathy Flashcards

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Q

What is bilateral hilar lymphadenopathy?

A

Bilateral enlargement of the lymph nodes of pulmonary hila.

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How is bilateral hilar lymphadenopathy diagnosed?

A

Chest x-ray

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What are the main 2 causes of bilateral hilar lymphadenopathy?

A

Sarcoidosis
Tuberculosis

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What is the main inflammatory cause of bilateral hilar lymphadenopathy?

A

Sarcoidosis

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What is the main infective cause of bilateral hilar lymphadenopathy?

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Tuberculosis

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What are the main neoplastic causes of bilateral hilar lymphadenopathy?

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Bronchial carcinoma and lymphoma.

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