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I got a ct scan on my lungs and the report said expansile filling defect involving the inferior segments of the right upper lobe. what does that mean and what could it be?

Q: i got a ct scan on my lungs and the report said expansile filling defect involving the inferior segments of the right upper lobe. what does that mean and what could it be?

: The full report and images may be reviewed during a virtual consult. There may be a vascular problem in one area and the cause is to be determined. Discuss PE with your PCP.

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

The full report and images may be reviewed during a virtual consult. There may be a vascular problem in one area and the cause is to be determined. Discuss PE with your PCP.

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Answered 5/16/2021

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A member asked:

I got a ct scan on my lungs and the report said expansile filling defect involving the inferior segments of the right upper lobe. what does that mean and what could it be?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Machanic and another doctor agreed

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