Preferred Label : vascular plethora sign;
Definition : Increased bloodflow through bronchopulmonary anastomoses to upper lung on a frontal
radiograph. Suggests bronchiectasis of the lower lung.;
Source : Eisenberg, Ronald L. Atlas of Signs in Radiology.;
Origin ID : RID35683;
Associated condition(s)
Increased bloodflow through bronchopulmonary anastomoses to upper lung on a frontal
radiograph. Suggests bronchiectasis of the lower lung.