The Chest X-Ray Database
The Chest X-Ray Database
This radiograph demonstrates osteopetrosis (also known as marble bone disease and Albers-Schönberg disease), a disorder of osteoclasts which leads to unopposed osteoblastic activity. The bones are diffusely thickened and sclerotic. Multiple rib fractures are noted, highlighting the fragility of the disorganized bone.
The lungs and mediastinum are unremarkable.
This radiograph shows hazy consolidation in the right lung base, with more subtle left lower lobe consolidation projecting over the heart. There is a displaced left mid-clavicular fracture. Lines and tubes include an endotracheal tube, an enteric tube, and an esophageal temperature probe which are all appropriately positioned. The distribution is typical for aspiration, with or without infection. Contusion is also a consideration in a trauma patient. In this case, the EMS report included witnessed aspiration which makes it the most likely etiology.