Abstract
Lung scanning using solubilized xenon 133 can provide important information concerning both pulmonary perfusion and ventilation. This technique proved valuable in establishing the diagnosis of congenital lobar emphysema in a 7-month-old baby.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1002-1004 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Journal of Pediatric Surgery |
Volume | 23 |
Issue number | 11 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Nov 1988 |
Keywords
- Solubilized xenon 133
- congenital lobar emphysema
- lung scintigraphy
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health