Aging lung
Aging lung(폐의 노화)
Image findings[1]
- residual linear or reticular densifications
- residual calcified micronodules
- bronchial dilations
- diffuse bronchial wall thickening
- 흡연 Hx 있는 경우 emphysema가 비흡연자에 비해 더 보임.
- ↑ Copley, Susan J., et al. "Lung morphology in the elderly: comparative CT study of subjects over 75 years old versus those under 55 years old." Radiology 251.2 (2009): 566-573.