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Imaging recommendation · Chest

COPD exacerbation

Recommended: Chest X-ray PA + lateral is the preferred imaging study for copd exacerbation. First-line to exclude pneumonia, pneumothorax, effusion.

Recommended study

Chest X-ray PA + lateral

XR No contrast Preferred Chest EmergencyAcute inpatient Reviewed

First-line to exclude pneumonia, pneumothorax, effusion. CT only for atypical features or complications.

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