Purpose of review: The purpose of this review is to describe the main features of the aging chest, studied through different imaging modalities.
Recent findings: Aging-related changes of the respiratory system are inevitable. Therefore, it is mandatory to be familiar with the para-physiological changes that occurs, in order to avoid inappropriate interpretation of radiological findings that put patients at risk of over or undertreatment.
Summary: The role of the radiologist is fundamental in evaluating aging-related processes affecting the respiratory system and in distinguishing them from frank diseases.
Keywords: Aging chest; Artificial intelligence; Chest CT; Chest X-ray; Digital tomosynthesis.
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