High-riding superior pericardial recess: A diagnostic pitfall
Abstract
Superior pericardial recess is typically incidentally found on chest CT imaging. It may simulate a hypodense lymphadenopathy or a cystic mass. The superior pericardial recess is an anatomical entity that both radiologists and respiratory physicians should know.
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References
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Primary Language
English
Subjects
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Journal Section
Letter to Editor
Authors
Mehmet Atalar
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0000-0003-3076-8072
Türkiye
Publication Date
September 30, 2021
Submission Date
October 8, 2018
Acceptance Date
September 25, 2021
Published in Issue
Year 2021 Volume: 43 Number: 3