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Video 06-08: Subpleural consolidations

From: Pocket Guide to POCUS: Point-of-Care Tips for Point-of-Care Ultrasound

The pleural line in this video is notably less smooth than in a healthy lung. In addition, a small hypoechoic space can be seen between the pleural line and the soft tissue on the left side of the screen toward the end of the clip. These subpleural consolidations are associated with pneumonia, pulmonary emboli, and other inflammatory states.

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