Findings:diffuse ill-deffined and reticular opacities are seen at the right lung.associated rightward mediastinal shift,cephalad traction of the right hilum and thick walled lucency are noted in the right upper lobe ill-defined opacities are noted in the left upper lobe. superimposing osseous structure.
Heart is not enlarge
Diaphragm and sinuses are intact.
Imprision:ptb,right with cicatricial atelectasis and probable cavity formation.
Suggested Apicolordotic view
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Diffuse ill-defined and reticular opacities at the right lung: This suggests the presence of abnormal areas of increased density or opacity in the lung tissue on the right side. It may indicate the presence of inflammation, infection, scarring, or other lung conditions.
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Rightward mediastinal shift: The mediastinum is the central compartment of the chest containing the heart, major blood vessels, and other structures. Rightward mediastinal shift refers to a displacement of these structures towards the right side. This finding can occur due to various reasons, such as lung collapse or mass effect.
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Cephalad traction of the right hilum: The hilum is the region where blood vessels, lymphatics, and bronchi enter or exit the lungs. Cephalad traction of the right hilum means that it is being pulled upward, which can occur due to scarring or other changes in the lung tissue.
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Thick-walled lucency in the right upper lobe: Lucency refers to an area of increased air content or transparency. In this case, there is a thick-walled lucency in the right upper lobe. It may indicate the presence of a cavity, which is a hollow space within the lung tissue.
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Ill-defined opacities in the left upper lobe: Similar to the findings in the right lung, there are areas of abnormal opacity in the upper lobe of the left lung. The exact nature and significance of these opacities would require further evaluation.
Impression: The impression suggests that the findings are consistent with post-tuberculosis changes on the right side, which include cicatricial atelectasis (scarring resulting in lung collapse) and probable cavity formation. It is important to note that this is a provisional interpretation based on the given information, and further investigations or imaging may be needed for a definitive diagnosis.
Suggested Apicolordotic view: This is a specific imaging technique that provides an additional radiographic view of the lung apices (uppermost part of the lungs). It may be recommended to obtain a more detailed assessment of the lung findings, especially in cases suspected of tuberculosis or post-tuberculosis changes.
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