CTICasesPost-Polio Syndrome
Imaging findings
Marked atrophy of respiratory musculature, including the diaphragm, intercostal, and paraspinal muscles. The diaphragm is largely invisible on CT, except for thin anterior segments.
Key takeaways
Long-term sequelae of polio can include severe, diffuse muscular atrophy in older age, significantly impacting respiratory mechanics.
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