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Imaging recommendation · Chest

Asbestos exposure surveillance

Recommended: Chest X-ray (then HRCT if abnormal or for definitive staging) is the preferred imaging study for asbestos exposure surveillance. Pleural plaques are pathognomonic.

Recommended study

Chest X-ray (then HRCT if abnormal or for definitive staging)

XR No contrast Preferred Chest OutpatientScreening Reviewed

Pleural plaques are pathognomonic. Annual screening for high-risk exposure.

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