On new year’s eve I give you the fireworks of b-lines from miliary TB linear probe. Due to the distinct multiple sub-pleaural lesions from miliary TB the B-line pattern is distinctly different from pulmonary edema.  Single foci are seen with “exploding” b-lines rather than multiple vertical lines.  Captured wonderfully with the linear, high frequency transducer.  An important distinguishing feature, especially in developing clinical environments.

Dr. Michael Schick @UltrasoundStuff - UC Davis Emergency Medicine


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