Pediatric Atelectasis: Insights from Diagnostic Imaging

This article presents a detailed case study of a 10-year-old child, born in 2013, exhibiting symptoms of a febrile syndrome and subsequent diagnostic findings suggestive of atelectasis through chest radiography and Computed Tomography (CT) scans without intravenous contrast. Atelectasis, a condition characterized by the collapse of lung tissue, represents a significant diagnostic challenge in pediatric patients. This study delves into the radiographic and CT findings, emphasizing the importance of imaging in diagnosing and managing atelectasis.