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What does"there is a punctate nodular opacity within right middle lobe"of lung means?.does word punctate usually means <2 or3 mm in size on ct calcium

Q: what does"there is a punctate nodular opacity within right middle lobe"of lung means?.does word punctate usually means <2 or3 mm in size on ct calcium

Punctate: It usually is a descriptive term for a small round lesion. It is nondiagnostic. It could be an old scar,calcium deposit or a growth. The radiologist,along with a pulmonologist, would be helpful in suggesting further testing or options like needle biopsy,mri,follow-up ct scans,etc.

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Punctate: It usually is a descriptive term for a small round lesion. It is nondiagnostic. It could be an old scar,calcium deposit or a growth. The radiologist,along with a pulmonologist, would be helpful in suggesting further testing or options like needle biopsy,mri,follow-up ct scans,etc.

Answered 5/10/2018

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What does"there is a punctate nodular opacity within right middle lobe"of lung means?.does word punctate usually means <2 or3 mm in size on ct calcium

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