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Oktay Algın1, Gökhan Gökalp, Uğur Topal

  • 1Department of Radiology, Uludağ University School of Medicine, Bursa, Turkey. droktayalgin@gmail.com

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Radiological signs on chest X-ray and CT scans can mimic everyday objects, aiding in faster diagnosis. This review details common plain film and CT signs to improve differential diagnosis for chest pathologies.

Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Medical Imaging
  • Diagnostic Medicine

Background:

  • Radiological signs often present as recognizable patterns or objects.
  • These visual cues can significantly narrow down the list of potential diagnoses for various pathologies.
  • Familiarity with these signs is crucial for accurate and efficient interpretation of medical images.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present frequently encountered radiological signs in chest imaging.
  • To consolidate knowledge of plain film and computed tomography (CT) signs.
  • To aid clinicians in differential diagnosis of chest conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of common plain film (X-ray) signs in chest imaging.
  • Review of common computed tomography (CT) signs in chest imaging.

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  • Categorization and description of identified radiological signs.

    • Main Results:

    • Detailed list of common plain film signs including air bronchogram, silhouette, deep sulcus, continuous diaphragm, air crescent, Golden S, cervicothoracic, Luftsichel, scimitar, doughnut, Hampton hump, Westermark, and juxtaphrenic peak signs.
    • Detailed list of common CT signs including gloved finger, CT halo, signet ring, comet tail, CT angiogram, crazy paving pattern, tree-in-bud, feeding vessel, split pleura, and reversed halo signs.
    • These signs are associated with a wide range of pulmonary and pleural pathologies.

    Conclusions:

    • Recognition of characteristic radiological signs in chest X-ray and CT is essential for efficient diagnosis.
    • This compilation serves as a reference for identifying key imaging findings.
    • Enhanced understanding of these signs can lead to improved patient management and outcomes.