The acinar pattern simulates airspace disease, due to extensive interstitial disease. Large nodules or masses (> 1 cm), are seen in 2% of cases. Spontaneous regression of pulmonary disease occurs ...

Reduced detection on low-dose CT scans using CAD systems more pronounced for nodules measuring less than 5 mm.

The widespread utilization of chest CT scans has increased the importance of the proper evaluation of incidentally found lung nodules. The primary goal in the evaluation of these nodules is to ...

“For example, maybe calcified nodules where you try with balloon angioplasty and you cannot expand those balloons.” Speaking in a press conference, Wayne Batchelor, MD (Inova Heart and Vascular ...

Detecting lung cancer metastasis efficiently is crucial to improve survival. Here, the authors use single-cell RNA-sequencing and liquid chromatography mass spectrometry, analyzed by dynamic ...

was firm and on section showed a prominent follicular pattern. The gastrointestinal ... Versé 13 also reported a case of marked calcification of the pulmonary alveolar walls in which the intima ...

A solitary pulmonary nodule (SPN) is an isolated lung growth surrounded by normal tissue. Most SPNs are benign (not cancerous) when they're diagnosed. However, some nodules can enlarge and change over ...

Carpets, fireworks, and hot tubs are some of the unexpected things that can hurt your lungs. Find out what you can do to prevent problems from these and other culprits.

“Smoker’s lung” is a term that describes lung damage caused by smoking cigarettes. Over time, smoke and chemicals from the cigarettes can harm the airways and lung tissue. This can lead to ...