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Rounded atelectasis associated with end-stage renal disease.
1Department of Radiology, Albany Medical College, NY 12208.
Chest
|August 1, 1989
Summary
Rounded atelectasis can be diagnosed using chest X-rays in patients with end-stage renal disease. Recognizing this benign finding may prevent unnecessary invasive procedures in high-risk individuals.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Nephrology
Background:
- End-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients present unique diagnostic challenges.
- Rounded atelectasis is a rare pulmonary finding.