RADIOGRAPHIC MIMICS OF PNEUMONIA - PULMONARY DISORDERS TO CONSIDER INDIFFERENTIAL-DIAGNOSIS

Pinpointing the source of roentgenographic lung abnormalities can be c hallenging because many noninfectious pulmonary disorders mimic pneumo nia. The authors of this article discuss the most common radiographic presentations of lung disorders that may be mistaken for pneumonia, in cluding focal and diffuse infiltrates, nodules, cavities, and pleural effusion. They also outline the role of thorough history taking and ex amination in prompt and accurate diagnosis of pulmonary disorders.