Spongiotic, Psoriasiform, and Lichenoid Dermatoses Laura E. K. Gifford Emily J. Osier Charlene W. Oldfield Judith V. Williams Alejandro A. Gru ATOPIC DERMATITIS Definition and Epidemiology Atopic dermatitis is a…
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Introduction to the Field of Pediatric Dermatopathology Barrett J. Zlotoff Alejandro A. Gru It is true that Pediatric Dermatology has existed since the dawn of medicine. Hippocrates described multiple pediatric…
Key Points ▪ Percutaneously inserted heart valves are evident on chest radiography. ▪ The position of percutaneous heart valves can be visualized by chest radiography, as can some complications and…
Key Points ▪ The chest radiograph is predominantly useful to detect/characterize the pulmonary vascularity as influenced by congenital shunt lesions, such as pulmonary vascular shunt plethora of larger shunts and…
Key Points ▪ Chest radiography has a standard role in the identification of several potential complications such as pneumothorax, hemothorax, and several forms of malposition after insertion of pacemakers, implantable…
Key Point ▪ Chest radiography is an invaluable tool for determining the location and potential complications of various tubes and drains. Endotracheal Tube Because correct positioning of the endotracheal (ET)…
Key Points ▪ Calcification may occur within numerous structures within the heart and also within the great blood vessels. ▪ Greater penetration and optimal “windowing” favor depiction of the calcification….
Key Points ▪ Intra-aortic balloon pump position is readily verified by chest radiography, because the tip is radiopaque. The tip should be located at the very distal aortic arch or…
Key Points ▪ The chest radiograph can assist with establishing “situs” by identifying the orientation of the apex, the side of the aortic arch, and the stomach (gastric air bubble)….
