CTICasesMetal Fume Fever
Imaging findings
Centrilobular ground-glass nodules, bronchial wall thickening, and septal thickening. Possible pneumomediastinum associated with coughing.
Key takeaways
This is an acute lung injury secondary to occupational exposure to vaporized metal oxides. A thorough occupational history is essential for diagnosis.
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