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Fig. 2 | Insights into Imaging

Fig. 2

From: Imaging of thoracic hernias: types and complications

Fig. 2

a, b A 67-year-old female being evaluated for pulmonary nodules and recent acute exacerbation of reactive airway disease. Axial CT (a) demonstrates the apicoposterior segment of right upper lobe (black arrow) extending into the cervical region. Volume-rendered image (b) clearly depicts the herniated lung above the clavicle and first rib (white arrow). Herniated lung causes a smooth impression on the trachea. These can cause tracheal deviation or compression

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