Imaging the thoracic manifestations of AIDS.
Pulmonary complications occur in over half of patients with AIDS at some point in their illness. A chest X-ray is a valuable first-line investigation. The plain film and computed tomographic features of these complications are described and several examples illustrated. The role of computed tomography, including high resolution scanning techniques in further investigation and management, is discussed.
Cardiothoracic Center, Liverpool.
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Holemans
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Howlett
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Ayers
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