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A) CT imaging showing mass in the posterior RUL. B) PET-CT showing FDG-avid mass posterior to bronchus intermedius.
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There was no evidence for tracheoesophageal fistula, but chest imaging demonstrated a new right lung mass (Fig. 1A). PET scan revealed an FDG-avid lesion involving both the posterior segment of the right upper lobe and crossing the major fissure into the right lower lobe (Fig. 1B); there was no obvious nodal involvement or disease outside the chest.
Solving the connection conundrum. A) Mass flow sensor, flexible foam ventilator connector, and 15-15 mm tube connector; B) assembled connection.
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Patient performing cycle ergometer CPET with connector.
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The patient exercised on a cycle ergometer at a 30-Watt ramp for 4 min and 20 s stopping due to leg fatigue (Fig 3).