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Radiologic finding of bronchial asthma
Nihon Rinsho. Japanese Journal of Clinical Medicine
|December 15, 2018
Summary
High-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) scans can identify bronchial wall thickening and bronchiectasis in severe asthma. This imaging technique aids in diagnosing asthma complications and differentiating wheezing causes.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Radiology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Severe asthma involves chronic inflammation, potentially leading to bronchial wall thickening and bronchiectasis.
- Asthma complications like pulmonary emphysema and chronic eosinophilic pneumonia require accurate diagnosis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the utility of high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) in assessing severe asthma.
- To determine HRCT's role in diagnosing asthma complications and differentiating causes of wheezing.
Main Methods:
- Noninvasive HRCT scan imaging.
- Analysis of HRCT findings for bronchial and parenchymal abnormalities.
Main Results:
- HRCT effectively visualizes bronchial wall thickening and bronchiectasis in severe asthma.
- HRCT aids in diagnosing asthma complications such as emphysema and eosinophilic pneumonia.
- HRCT distinctly demonstrates tracheobronchial and parenchymal abnormalities for differential diagnosis.
Conclusions:
- HRCT is a valuable noninvasive tool for evaluating severe asthma.
- HRCT assists in diagnosing asthma complications and differentiating various causes of wheezing, improving patient management.
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