Review Densities

Compare Tissue Attenuation On x-rays because air is less dense and therefore shows up radiolucent (black), increasing amounts of soft tissue or less air shows up more radio-opaque or white. Similarly a “line” on an x-ray signifies air is present on both...

Pneumothorax – Lung and Air Contrast

1. Evaulate for Pneumothorax – Lung/Air Contrast A pneumothorax allows visualization of the viscerla pleura as a curvilinear line, paralleling the chest wall, separating the partially collapsed lung from pleural air. Left Image: Pneumothorax on inspiration....

Parietal and Visceral Pleura

Identify: Parietal & Visceral Pleura The Pleura lubricates and prevents friction during respiration. The partial pleura lines the chest wall, mediastinal and diaphragmatic surfaces, while the visceral pleura lines the lungs and fissures.

Evaluate for Appearance

Evaluate for Appearance – Thickening Thickening of the pleura is usually a result of inflammation. Evaluate for Appearance – Calcifications Calcification is a result of a previous emphysema or pneumothorax. Evaluate for Appearance – Mass Pleural and...