Unilateral Lung White Out Flashcards
1
Q
What are things to consider when you see unilateral lung white out?
A
- Massive pleural effusion
- Complete atelectasis of lung
- Pneumonectomy
2
Q
Where will the trachea shift with massive pleural effusion?
A
The trachea and heart are shifted to the opposite side
3
Q
Where will the trachea shift with atelectasis?
A
Trachea is shifted to the same side
4
Q
Diagnosis
A
Right Lung Atelectasis
5
Q
Diagnosis
A
Left Lung Pleural Effusion
