title: Computed tomography of the lung, pleura, and chest wall.
abstract: Because of rapid technologic advances, clearly defined clinical indications, and widespread availability, computed tomography of the lungs, pleura, and chest wall has become increasingly important in the imaging and subsequent management of numerous thoracic disorders. This article describes the current indications, common findings, and potential controversies in CT of the lung, pleura, and chest wall.
mesh_terms: D001980:Bronchi / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D001983:Bronchial Fistula / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D002283:Carcinoma, Bronchogenic / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D005402:Fistula / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006801:Humans; D008169:Lung Abscess / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D008171:Lung Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D008175:Lung Neoplasms / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000556:secondary; D010995:Pleural Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D011655:Pulmonary Embolism / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D012141:Respiratory Tract Infections / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D003074:Solitary Pulmonary Nodule / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D013899:Thoracic Neoplasms / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed