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  • Radiology
  • Pulmonology
  • Emergency Medicine

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  • Community-acquired pneumonia is a common condition, particularly in elderly patients.
  • Pneumothorax is a potential complication or misinterpretation in chest imaging.
  • Accurate diagnosis is crucial to avoid unnecessary interventions.

Observation:

  • An elderly male patient presented with symptoms of community-acquired pneumonia.
  • Initial chest X-ray suggested a left-sided pneumothorax.
  • Computed tomography (CT) scan of the chest ruled out pneumothorax.

Findings:

  • The apparent pneumothorax on chest X-ray was identified as a skinfold artifact.
  • Skinfolds can closely mimic the appearance of a pneumothorax on plain radiographs.
  • Clinical correlation and advanced imaging are essential for accurate differentiation.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of thorough clinical assessment and radiological review.
  • Bedside lung ultrasound and CT scans are valuable tools for distinguishing true pneumothorax from pseudo-pneumothorax.
  • Confirmation of diagnosis is vital before initiating invasive procedures, especially with low clinical suspicion.