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Chest x-ray: a "nil defying density"

Posted By: Kelley on 2009-04-24
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Subject: Chest x-ray: a "nil defying density"

Chest x-ray showed submaximal inspiration, but s/l "a nil defying" density was seen in her right lower lobe.


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