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What does there is focal asymmetry over the medial left 1st rib which may be projectional although underlying mass is not excluded means for a 65 yr?

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Dr. Steven Watry answered

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Shadow: Means there may be an x ray 'shadow' which is meaningless, BUT they cannot be sure that there is not a mass. A repeat image will clear the matter...

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Answered 7/14/2014

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A member asked:

What does there is focal asymmetry over the medial left 1st rib which may be projectional although underlying mass is not excluded means for a 65 yr?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Steven Watry answered

Dr Lebowitz agreed

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