Infected emphysematous bulla

Case contributed by Mark Holland
Diagnosis probable

Presentation

GP referral for haemoptosis

Patient Data

Age: 75 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

Hyperinflated lungs. Large rounded mass in the right lung with an air-fluid level.

Background emphysema. Large abscess in the apical segment of the RLL with an air-fluid level.

Case Discussion

Large emphysematous bulla with superimposed infection (abscess).

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