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Demographics: 27 years old, Male
Indication: Subarachnoid hemorrhage

Case #10

Findings

  • Endotracheal tube tip projects 3 cm above the carina
  • Hazy airspace opacification in the left greater than right upper lobes
  • No pleural effusion or pneumothorax
  • Normal size and configuration of the cardiopericardial silhouette

Diagnosis

Aspiration pneumonia

Sample Report

Endotracheal tube tip projects 3 cm above the carina.

Hazy airspace opacification in the left greater than right upper lobes is concerning for aspiration or pneumonia. Aspiration is of particular concern given the patient's history.

Discussion

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References

  • Franquet T, Gimenez A, Roson N, Torrubia S, Sabate JM, Perez C. Aspiration diseases: findings, pitfalls, and differential diagnosis. Radiographics 2000;20:673–85.

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