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The retrotracheal triangle.

L Raider1, B A Landry, B G Brogdon

  • 1Department of Radiology, University of South Alabama, Mobile 36617.

Radiographics : a Review Publication of the Radiological Society of North America, Inc
|November 1, 1990
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The retrotracheal triangle, a posterior mediastinal space, can reveal abnormalities in 2% of chest X-rays. Early detection of vascular, esophageal, and other lesions in this area is crucial for diagnosis.

Area of Science:

  • Thoracic imaging
  • Mediastinal anatomy
  • Radiographic interpretation

Background:

  • The retrotracheal triangle is an under-recognized space in the posterior superior mediastinum.
  • Abnormalities in this region are detected in approximately 2% of chest radiographs.
  • A comprehensive understanding of this anatomical area is essential for accurate diagnosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the anatomy of the retrotracheal triangle.
  • To detail the spectrum of abnormalities that can be identified within this space.
  • To emphasize the importance of evaluating this region on chest radiographs.

Main Methods:

  • Review of anatomical structures within the posterior superior mediastinum.
  • Analysis of radiographic findings associated with the retrotracheal triangle.

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  • Categorization of detected abnormalities.

    • Main Results:

    • Detailed anatomical description of the retrotracheal triangle.
    • Identification of various abnormalities including vascular (e.g., aberrant right subclavian artery, aortic arches), thoracic duct, and esophageal lesions (e.g., tumors, cysts, achalasia).
    • Inclusion of miscellaneous entities such as intrathoracic thyroid and bronchogenic carcinoma.

    Conclusions:

    • The retrotracheal triangle is a diagnostically significant area on chest radiographs.
    • Careful examination of this space can reveal unsuspected abnormalities.
    • Increased attention to the retrotracheal triangle can improve diagnostic yield in thoracic imaging.