The Role of Transthoracic Ultrasound in the Study of Interstitial Lung Diseases: High-Resolution Computed Tomography Versus Ultrasound Patterns: Our Preliminary Experience

The Role of Transthoracic Ultrasound in the Study of Interstitial Lung Diseases: High-Resolution Computed Tomography Versus Ultrasound Patterns: Our Preliminary Experience

Transthoracic ultrasound (TUS) is a readily available imaging tool that can provide a quick real-time evaluation. The aim of this preliminary study was to establish a complementary role for this imaging method in the approach of interstitial lung diseases (ILDs). TUS examination was performed in 43...

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Main Authors: Donato Lacedonia, Giulia Scioscia, Angelamaria Giardinelli, Carla Maria Irene Quarato, Ennio Vincenzo Sassani, Maria Pia Foschino Barbaro, Federica Maci, Marco Sperandeo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-03-01
Series:Diagnostics
Subjects:
transthoracic ultrasound
high-resolution computed tomography
interstitial lung diseases
hyperechoic pleural line
screening tool
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4418/11/3/439

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