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Imaging recommendation · Chest

Recurrent productive cough, suspected bronchiectasis

Recommended: High-resolution CT Chest without contrast is the preferred imaging study for recurrent productive cough, suspected bronchiectasis. Signet ring sign, lack of tapering, bronchial wall thickening.

Recommended study

High-resolution CT Chest without contrast

CT No contrast Preferred Chest Outpatient Reviewed

Signet ring sign, lack of tapering, bronchial wall thickening. Investigate cause (CF, immunodeficiency, post-infectious).

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