Amr Mohmmad Hassan Ajlan MBBS, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Genevieve Belley MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

John P. Kosiuk MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

The purpose of this exhibit is to provide the radiologist with a quick & effective way of detecting lung atelectasis -even if subtle- using an elegant hand motion.

1) Introduction: emphasizing the importance of detecting volume loss on any chest radiograph. 2) Review of four important anatomical landmarks on a normal chest radiograph: a-Position of the hemidiaphragms. b-Position of the hila. c-Position of the cardiac shadow. d-Position of the minor fissure. 3) An animated illustration of the 'V V O I' hand motion in relation to the four described anatomical landmarks. 4) Providing a few examples to illustrate the use of this fun, yet practical method.

The major teaching points of this exhibit are: 1) Emphasizing the importance of looking for volume loss on all chest radiographs. 2) Providing the viewer with a quick, enjoyable & effective way of detecting atelectasis, especially if subtle, on chest radiographs.

Ajlan, A, Belley, G, Kosiuk, J, V V O I: A Swift Hand Motion In Detecting Subtle Lung Collapse on Chest Radiographs!.  Radiological Society of North America 2008 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, February 18 - February 20, 2008 ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2008/6006614.html