Solitary round pulmonary lesions in the pediatric population: a pictorial review

Acta Radiol Open. 2019 May 31;8(5):2058460119851998. doi: 10.1177/2058460119851998. eCollection 2019 May.

Abstract

The purpose of this current pictorial review is to define the solitary round pulmonary lesion (SRPL), to familiarize with its prevalence in the pediatric population, and, moreover, to educate radiologists on its vast differential diagnosis and imaging manifestations. Furthermore, by highlighting valuable clues, it intends to assist radiologists efficiently partake in its diagnosis, work-up, and follow-up in order to narrow down the differential diagnosis by working alongside the clinician and combining clinical information, lab results, and radiological findings.

Keywords: Pediatric radiology; chest X ray; chest imaging; computed tomography; review; solitary round pulmonary lesions.

Publication types

  • Review