CTICasesTraumatic Pulmonary Contusion with Gravitational Gradient
Imaging findings
A "karst mountain" appearance, characterized by a distinct gravitational gradient of density within the lobules due to hemorrhage.
Key takeaways
The "karst mountain" sign is useful for identifying intralobular fluid (blood or edema) rather than infectious consolidation.
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