Baratella E, Fiorese I, Minelli P, Veiluva A, Marrocchio C, Ruaro B, Cova MA. Aging-Related Findings of the Respiratory System in Chest Imaging: Pearls and Pitfalls.
CURRENT RADIOLOGY REPORTS 2023;
11:1-11. [PMID:
36471674 PMCID:
PMC9713755 DOI:
10.1007/s40134-022-00405-w]
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Abstract
Purpose of Review
The purpose of this review is to describe the main features of the aging chest, studied through different imaging modalities.
Recent Findings
Aging-related changes of the respiratory system are inevitable. Therefore, it is mandatory to be familiar with the para-physiological changes that occurs, in order to avoid inappropriate interpretation of radiological findings that put patients at risk of over or undertreatment.
Summary
The role of the radiologist is fundamental in evaluating aging-related processes affecting the respiratory system and in distinguishing them from frank diseases.
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