Cardiac diseases in AIDS chest x ray

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Raviteja Guddeti, M.B.B.S. [2]

Overview

Chest X ray abnormalities in HIV infected patients are seen in presence of congestive cardiac failure and pericardial effusions. These include cardiomegaly and pulmonary congestion.

Chest X Ray

Chest x-ray findings are the same as those seen in congestive heart failure and pericardial effusion. These include:

• Kerley B lines or thickening of the interlobular septa
• Peribronchial cuffing
• Thickening of the fissures
• Cephalization
• Increased vascular markings
• Interstitial edema
• Pleural effusions

For detailed explanation on chest x-ray findings in CHF and Pericardial effusion, click on the following links:

• CHF
• Pericardial Effusion

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