Chest / ThoracicGeneralEducationTrainee

Pleura and Pleural Spaces on Chest Radiography: An Anatomic Refresher

Radiology MasterclassSep 18

Radiology Masterclass reviews the normal anatomy of the pleura and pleural spaces on chest X-ray, focusing on fissures, recesses, and their typical appearances. No clinical study data.

  • Educational overview of pleural anatomy on frontal and lateral chest radiographs.
  • Covers the major and minor fissures, costophrenic and cardiophrenic recesses.
  • Primarily relevant for trainees and as a refresher on normal findings.

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