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Title: Reflecting upon the left superior mediastinum. Author: McComb BL. Journal: J Thorac Imaging; 2001 Jan; 16(1):56-64. PubMed ID: 11149693. Abstract: Pathology developing within the confines of the superior mediastinum may produce changes that appear quite subtle on conventional radiographs. The zone of contact of lung with the left superior mediastinum is represented radiographically as a series of interrelated pleural reflections. These reflections may be altered by mediastinal disease, and an understanding of this anatomy can facilitate detection of abnormalities.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]