COPD Flashcards by Kevin N

Q

What are the characteristic changes found in emphysema?

A

Destruction of septal walls of alveoli
Loss of elastic recoil
Destruction of vascular bed
Fusion of adjacent alveoli producing large abnormal airspaces

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What is the main gross lung change with emphysema?

A

Enlargement

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Q

What will COPD show on CXR?

A

Hyperinflation

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Q

What is this indicative of?

A

Hyperinflation

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Q

What else must hyperinflation of the lungs be associated with for it to be called emphysema?

A

It will be associated with blebs and paucity of vascular markings in the outer third of the film. These are zones of avascularity.

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