KROK 1 Stomatology 2015 – Question 183 · KROK (Dentistry)
An autopsy of the body of a 56-year-old man, who was suffering from secondary tuberculosis, has revealed large areas of sclerosis in the I-II segments of the right lung. Tissue surrounding affected areas is pale, soft, convex; crunches when cut; does not recede. Specify the changes occurring in the tissues surrounding sclerosis focus.
- A. Pneumothorax
- B. Focal emphysema
- C. Bronchiectasis
- D. Abscess
- E. Atelectasis
Hint
Interpret the gross signs: pale, soft, bulging lung tissue that crepitates and does not collapse indicates excess air in the alveoli.
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