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Should I Be Concerned With This X-ray Result At 52
Question: Should I be concerned with this X-ray result at 52 years old
PA and lateral views of the chest are obtained. The lungs are clear. There is no pneumothorax or pleural effusion. The cardiomediastinal silhouette is within normal limits. Aortic atherosclerotic calcification. Osseous structures are unremarkable
PA and lateral views of the chest are obtained. The lungs are clear. There is no pneumothorax or pleural effusion. The cardiomediastinal silhouette is within normal limits. Aortic atherosclerotic calcification. Osseous structures are unremarkable
Brief Answer:
I would explain as follows:
Detailed Answer:
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I understand your concern and would explain that these findings could be related to progressive atherosclerotic changes in the blood vessels.
For this reason, I recommend performing a chest angio CT scan in order to examine better the aorta blood flow and possible atherosclerotic plaques.
It is also important checking vitamin D plasma levels for possible deficiency and blood lipid profile for possible dyslipidemia.
Hope you will find this information helpful!
I remain at your disposal in case of further questions whenever you need!
Kind regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, cardiologist
I would explain as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Welcome to Ask a Doctor service!
I understand your concern and would explain that these findings could be related to progressive atherosclerotic changes in the blood vessels.
For this reason, I recommend performing a chest angio CT scan in order to examine better the aorta blood flow and possible atherosclerotic plaques.
It is also important checking vitamin D plasma levels for possible deficiency and blood lipid profile for possible dyslipidemia.
Hope you will find this information helpful!
I remain at your disposal in case of further questions whenever you need!
Kind regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, cardiologist
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