Critical reviews in diagnostic imaging
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Crit Rev Diagn Imaging · Jan 1993
ReviewComputed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of pleural masses.
Depending on the location, size, and underlying histologic features, pleural masses may produce a large spectrum of findings. While a number of imaging modalities may be used, plain chest radiographs remain the most common examination in the initial assessment of these patients. ⋯ For the purpose of this review, localized pleural masses and diffuse pleural masses are discussed separately. Among the various pleural masses, metastatic disease represents the most frequent neoplasm.