The authors report an unusual case of segmental lung torsion detected at CT pulmonary angiography in a patient with dyspnea. This case highlights the importance for clinicians and radiologists to consider and be familiar with the diagnosis of lung torsion, a rare and potentially life-threatening pathologic condition that can be successfully treated with emergent surgery if detected early. CT, CT Angiography, Pulmonary, Thorax, Lung, Emergency Radiology Supplemental material is available for this article. © RSNA, 2023.
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