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| *discrete nodule with well defined margin | *discrete nodule with well defined margin | ||
| *upper lobe bronchiectasis | *upper lobe bronchiectasis | ||
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| + | ====prominent descending thoracic aorta on lateral CXR===== | ||
| + | *most commonly due to age related elongation, tortuosity which may be more likely in those with hypertension | ||
| + | *other differentials include: | ||
| + | * calcified atherosclerotic aorta | ||
| + | * thoracic aorta aneurysm | ||
| + | * aortic dissection with extensive mural haematoma | ||
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cxr.txt · Last modified: 2026/08/26 00:17 by wh