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Hyperinflated chest

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In a hyperinflated chest radiograph, more than six ribs can be seen above the diaphragm in the mid-clavicular line. There are also flat hemidiaphragms

Causes of hyperinflation include:

  • asthma
  • chronic obstructive airways disease

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