Chest X-rays Flashcards
1
Q
What diseases should you think of if you see a nodule on a CXR?
A
Malignancy: primary or secondary
Abscess
Granuloma
Carcinoid tumour
Pulmonary hamartoma
Arteriovenous malformation
Cyst
Foreign body
Skin tumour
2
Q
What does a nodule look like?
A
A small white circle
3
Q
If you see fibrotic shadowing in the upper zone of the lung on a CXR, what should you consider?
A
TB EAA (extrinsic allergic Alveolitis) Ankylosing spondylitis Radiotherapy Sarcoidosis
4
Q
If you see fibrotic shadowing in the mid zone of the lung on a CXR, what should you consider?
A
Progressive massive fibrosis
5
Q
If you see fibrotic shadowing in the lower zone of the lung on a CXR, what should you consider?
A
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Asbestosis
6
Q
What do you call white/light tissue on a CXR?
A
Lucent
7
Q
What do you call dark/black tissue on a CXR?
A
Dense
