Usefulness of thoracic imaging and computed tomography in evaluation of neoplastic changes of lungs and mediastinum in children
Lasek, W.; Kurylak, A.; Grześk, E.; Dylewska, K.; Wojtkiewicz, A.; Wysocki, M.; Pilecki, S.
Wiadomosci Lekarskie 54(3-4): 152-158
2001
ISSN/ISBN: 0043-5147 PMID: 11436680 Document Number: 527043
Radiological methods of imaging diagnostics allow to evaluate exactly and to monitor the treatment course of pathological lesions in chest. Basic examinations are: plain chest X-ray and computer tomography. Optimal diagnostic algorithm of neoplastic changes in chest is not always univocally defined. The aim of the study is to compare the results of estimation of the presence and type of neoplastic changes in mediastinum and lungs based on X-ray and computer tomography. The results indicate that initial and control X-ray examination allows to diagnose mediastinal lymphadenopathy coexisting with pulmonary hilus extension. CT is used to diagnose and monitor lung tissue and mediastinal changes.