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What Does The Following CXR Result Indicate?
I am presenting a case study regarding a 5 wk old infant with RSV this week. Her CXR has shown normal anatomical structures with the exception of moderate perihilar markings, how does this relate to RSV in the infant? Is it indicative of fluid retention?
Wed, 21 Jan 2015
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Moderate perihilar markings is generally due to infection.It is not indicative of fluid retention.
Most likely prominent perihilar markings is due to RSV infection.
Generally RSV infection only require symptomatic treatment.This infection is very common in children.
Perihilar markings will become normal after control of infection.
Rest of the baby's findings are normal.
Take Care
Dr.Indu Bhushan
Moderate perihilar markings is generally due to infection.It is not indicative of fluid retention.
Most likely prominent perihilar markings is due to RSV infection.
Generally RSV infection only require symptomatic treatment.This infection is very common in children.
Perihilar markings will become normal after control of infection.
Rest of the baby's findings are normal.
Take Care
Dr.Indu Bhushan
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