Loss of lung tissue, X-ray

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Loss of lung tissue, X-ray

Lung cavities. Coloured chest X-ray showing large cavities (dark green) in the lungs of a patient in a case of Wegeners granulomatosis. This is a rare vascular disorder where blood vessel inflammation (vasculitis) causes the formation of granuloma (inflammatory lesions). These lesions can form in the lungs, kidneys and nasal passages. The lesions can either help in repairing the tissue or cause further damage, leading to widespread tissue death (necrosis). The large cavities seen here are due to necrosis of lung tissue. Treatment is with high doses of steroids initially, and low doses for one year. If diagnosed early, most patients recover. Science Photo Library features Science and Medical images including photos and illustrations. © DU CANE MEDICAL IMAGING LTD/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY

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Abscess Cavities Cavity Chest Chronic Circulatory Destroyed Destruction Diagnosis Diagnostic Failure Inflamed Inflammation Large Lesion Lesions Loss Lung Lungs Necrosis Patient Pulmonary Radiograph Radiography Rare Respiration Respiratory Severe Tissue Death Uncommon Vascular Circulation Condition Disorder Gross Health Care Wegener