Sarel Gaur MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

William Henry Moore MD, Abstract Co-Author: Research Grant, EDDA Technology, Inc Medical Board, EDDA Technology, Inc Research Grant, Galil Medical Ltd Research Grant, Endo Health Solutions Inc

As CT imaging techniques have improved, indeterminate nodules are being  found with greater frequency. Treatment of these nodules often leads to open and video assisted minimally invasive lung surgeries. Knowledge of these techniques is necessary to accurately interpret post treatment scans and prevent confusion on part of the refering base. At our institution, we have a large cohort of patients who are co-managed by thoracic interventional radiologists and thoracic surgeons and who present for routine CT follow up. 1. Understand the critical aspects of open and minimally invasive lung resection surgery. 2. Understand the spectrum of expected findings in the post surgical patient. 3. Review of expected alteration to normal lung anatomy. 4. Guidelines and helpful tips for interpreting follow up CT imaging on patients who are status post open or minimally invasive lung surgery

Brief review of surgical techniques for removal of lung nodules and masses. Brief review of normal lung architecture Explanation of alteration to normal anatomy based on alterations incurred in (1) and (2). Guideline / List of Steps for accurate interpretation of CT images

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Gaur, S, Moore, W, CT Imaging after Lung Resection: Review of Expected Findings and Guidelines for Accurate Interpretation.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14004400.html