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Had heart ct scan with calcium scoring. they noted a minimal left basilar atelectasis. is this cause for concern? is it common? thank you?
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Not to worry- the key word here is ‘minimal’ - atalectasis means not fully inflated vs partially collapsed - may want to follow this to make sure it reinflates well in the future, but does not represent any pathology unless it continues to change or worsen- suggest you recheck after a month of moderate exercise
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