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Imaging recommendation · Chest

Burn or smoke inhalation, airway concern

Recommended: CT Neck + Chest (with airway focus) is the preferred imaging study for burn or smoke inhalation, airway concern. Bronchoscopy is the gold standard for inhalation injury.

Recommended study

CT Neck + Chest (with airway focus)

CT No contrast Preferred Chest Emergency Reviewed

Bronchoscopy is the gold standard for inhalation injury. CT for parenchymal involvement.

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