How to Interpret a Chest X-Ray - Atelectasis, Lines, Tubes, Devices, and Surgeries

Learn to interpret chest X-rays focusing on atelectasis, medical devices, and post-surgical changes in this comprehensive video lesson. Explore the classification of atelectasis, including lobar collapse, and identify key signs like the juxtaphrenic peak. Master the identification of various lines, tubes, and devices such as central lines, PA catheters, endotracheal tubes, and chest tubes. Understand proper placement and potential complications of cardiac devices. Recognize post-surgical changes including sternotomy and prosthetic heart valves. Gain insights into identifying less common findings like deep brain stimulators and breast implants. Utilize a variety of radiological images from reputable sources to enhance your understanding and diagnostic skills in chest X-ray interpretation.

Intro
Learning Objectives
Classification of Atelectasis
Lobar Atelectasis
Juxtaphrenic Peak
RML Collapse
Lines and Tubes
Central Lines
PA Catheter (a.k.a. Swan-Ganz catheter)
Endotracheal Tube
Nasogastric Tube
Chest Tube
Ports
Telemetry Electrodes and Wires
Complications from Cardiac Devices
Sternotomy
Prosthetic Heart Valves
Deep Brain Stimulator
Breast Implants