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HRCT vs X-ray comparison

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43-year-old female with 3 weeks of sinus congestion and clear sputum production after running, with chest X-ray showing some lower-lung scarring (fibrosis). HRCT scan reveals extensive lower-lung abnormalities, including honeycombing cysts.

Signs of interstitial lung disease from a HRCT scan
A HRCT scan revealing extensive lower-lung abnormalities
Reticulation identified on a HRCT scan
Honeycombing identified on a HRCT scan
Traction bronchiectasis identified on a HRCT scan

Case study used with permission from the American Thoracic Society. Images courtesy of and used with permission from Robert Suh, MD.