Emphysema
Overview
Chest X-Ray Signs of Emphysema
- Hyperinflation - hyperlucency of lung fields, diaphragmatic flattening, mediastinal narrowing
- Bullae
- Lung scarring
Examples
- Hyperinflation in a patient with emphysema
![Hyperinflation in a patient with emphysema]()
- Hyperinflation with multiple right apical bullae
![Hyperinflation with multiple right apical bullae]()
Risk Factors for Emphysema
- Smoking
- Occupational exposure - coal, toluene (plastics)
- Environmental air pollution
- Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency
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