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What is a vertical density in the retrocardic area on the lungs mean?
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A "shadow": It refers to something which shouldn't ordinarily be there! A number of conditions could cause this finding which is "NON-SPECIFIC"...that is it needs more studies (for example a CT scan) to "name it"...By the way "vertical means "up and down"...The most common vertical shadow behind the heart (Retrocardiac) is the THYMUS gland ...which has enlarged...Hope this helps! Dr Z
Answered 5/16/2015
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