The doctor explained when the focus in the lungs is the norm, and when the cause for anxiety

Foci in the lungs often frighten patients, although this term can hide anything from harmless post-inflammatory granules to formations that require observation. About this "Crimea 24" told radiologist ICD St. Luke KFU named after V. I. Vernadsky, candidate of medical Sciences Viktor Kostenich.

According to him, during computed tomography foci with a probability of 95% are found in almost all patients, but in most cases we are talking about post-inflammatory granulomas and intrapulmonary lymph nodes, completely normal findings that do not require concern.

Kostenich noted that high-risk patients, in particular smokers, should be alert: in such cases, foci require dynamic observation in accordance with modern international standards. The doctor identified three main types of foci: non-hazardous, requiring constant monitoring and those whose treatment must be started immediately.