Presentation
Penetrating trauma to the left chest.
Patient Data
Age: 15 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Hydropneumothorax
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Air fluid level and secondary partial lung collapse are seen on the left side suggesting hydropneumothorax.
From the case:
Hydropneumothorax
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Hydropneumothorax is present at the left side, accompanied by left lung partial collapse.
Case Discussion
On an erect chest radiograph, hydropneumothorax is classically shown as an air-fluid level, but this may be more challenging on the supine radiograph.
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