Neurofibromatosis Neurofibromatosis Neurofibrosis Multiple nodular opacities overlie lung parenchyma.
Careful inspection reveals the nodules to be on the skin surface.
Detailed views of the right axilla and right lung base confirm this. Note the rib fracture. The same problem arises in other areas of radiology, such as mammography. The answer is to obtain, whenever possible, an orthogonal view. CT scan of the chest may be necessary when multiple nodules are involved.