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Bulging fissure sign

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]


Overview

Overview

Bulging fissure sign is commonly associated with Klebsiella pneumonia. It can also be seen with other pneumonias.

Diagnostic Findings

Diagnostic Findings

  • Bulging of a fissure

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