Thorax Lecture Extras Flashcards

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Q

What are the radiographic signs seen with dependancy/recumbency atelectasis? How is it fixed?

A
  • Decreased volume of hemithorax
  • Asymmetry of diaphragm
  • Mediastinal shift
  • Increased opacity of lungs

Fixing:

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