Preferred Label : paradoxical movement of the mediastinum;
RADLEX synonyms : paradoxical mediastinal movement sign;
Definition : Shadow of the mediastinum widens with inspiration and narrows with expiration on chest
fluoroscopy, opposite its normal pattern. Suggests upper airway obstruction.;
Source : Eisenberg, Ronald L. Atlas of Signs in Radiology.;
Origin ID : RID35418;
Associated condition(s)
Shadow of the mediastinum widens with inspiration and narrows with expiration on chest
fluoroscopy, opposite its normal pattern. Suggests upper airway obstruction.
