3. Evaluate for Diaphragm – Depression
A depressed hemidiaphragm can be the result of asthma, COPD, a tumour or a large pleural effusion. The image below depicts flattened diaphragms as a result of bullous emphysema.
Diaphragm – Depression
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3. Evaluate for Diaphragm – Depression
A depressed hemidiaphragm can be the result of asthma, COPD, a tumour or a large pleural effusion. The image below depicts flattened diaphragms as a result of bullous emphysema.