Radiol Clin North Am 1998 Jan;36(1):29-55
Radiology of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Takasugi JE, Godwin JD
This article reviews the radiologic manifestations and complications
of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, particularly those seen in association
with emphysema. Current concepts on the pathogenesis of chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease are discussed and related to findings on high-resolution
CT scan and histologic examinations. Controversial issues concerning the
detection and grading of emphysema using radiologic and physiologic tests
are also addressed.
