KEY FACTS Terminology Surfactant deficiency disease (SDD) favored term a.k.a. respiratory distress syndrome & hyaline membrane disease (archaic) Common lung disease occurring in premature infants due to lack of surfactant Microatelectasis & abnormal pulmonary compliance are hallmarks of disease Imaging…
KEY FACTS Terminology Herniation of abdominal contents into chest via congenital defect in diaphragm, most commonly posterior (Bochdalek) Side of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH): Left 85%, right 13%, bilateral 2% Imaging Best clue: Bubbly, round, or tubular, relatively uniform air-filled…
KEY FACTS Terminology Atresia: Congenital occlusion of lumen Fistula: Anomalous connection between 2 lumens Imaging 5 major anatomic variations of esophageal atresia-tracheoesophageal fistula (EA-TEF) Fistula level variable depending on type of EA-TEF Most commonly above/near carina Atretic segments variable in…
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Imaging Modalities Radiography Imaging investigation of most thoracic symptoms (whether suggestive of pulmonary, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, or chest wall origin) almost always begins with chest radiographs. In patients who are clinically stable & capable of following directions, the preferred technique is…