Computed Tomography in the Management of Chest Infections: Current Status

摘要: The application of computed tomography has advanced our ability to diagnose and treat chest infections. Although conventional been shown be useful in diagnosing pulmonary disease, new technological developments including high-resolution (HRCT) spiral (continuous imaging) have resulted earlier detection more precise characterization parenchymal lung infections their complications. For the immunocompetent host, tomographic findings are helpful staging differentiating from tumors, detecting immunocompromised HRCT is identifying subtle infiltrates than other imaging methods can. Computed also guiding transthoracic biopsy, aspiration, or drainage abscesses. In addition, can provide guidance for surgical bronchoscopic bronchoalveolar lavage.