Imaging CXR not useful for dx but may exclude alternative dx or establish resp CV skeletal comorbidities Consider chest CT for pts w persistent exac sx out of proportion to dz severity on lung fxn testing FEV1

By rray, 8 February, 2024
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<b>Imaging:</b> CXR not useful for dx but may exclude alternative dx or establish resp/CV/skeletal comorbidities. Consider chest CT for pts w/ persistent exac, sx out of proportion to dz severity on lung fxn testing, FEV<sub>1</sub> <45% predicted w/ significant hyperinflation/gas trapping, or if lung CA screening criteria are met.