lobar infiltrate
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Related to lobar infiltrate: lobar pneumonia
lobar infiltrate
A well-defined site of lung consolidation, seen on the chest radiograph as an area of increased density confined within a specific lobe or segment. Synonym: lobar pneumonia
Etiology
Lobar infiltrates are usually due to bacterial infection (pneumonia).
Treatment
The patient will need antibiotics, oxygen, and bronchial hygiene.
See also: infiltrate