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Heart and lung disease, X-ray C018 / 0500
Heart and lung disease. Coloured X-ray of the chest of an 80 year old patient with heart and lung disease. The patient is a former miner and has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and an enlarged left ventricle (at centre right) of the heart. COPD is a collection of diseases that includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Damage to the lung tissue (seen as opaque plaques) reduces gas exchange in the lungs. The heart has to pump harder to get oxygen to the body. As it is a muscle, the heart grows if it has an increased work load. A pacemaker (upper right) has also been fitted, to supply electrical impulses to the heart to keep it beating regularly
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This print showcases the intricate details of heart and lung disease in an 80-year-old patient. The subject, a former miner, has been diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and an enlarged left ventricle of the heart. COPD encompasses various conditions like emphysema and chronic bronchitis, which have caused visible damage to the lung tissue seen as opaque plaques on the X-ray. The consequences of this condition are evident as reduced gas exchange in the lungs forces the heart to work harder to supply oxygen throughout the body. As a result, the heart muscle has grown larger due to increased workload. In order to maintain regular heartbeat patterns, a pacemaker can be observed in the upper right corner of this image. This device provides electrical impulses that keep the heart beating rhythmically. This photograph not only highlights medical abnormalities but also emphasizes occupational diseases such as those experienced by miners who are exposed to harmful substances over prolonged periods. It serves as a diagnostic tool for healthcare professionals specializing in cardiology and respiratory disorders. ZEPHYR/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY's expertise is evident through their skillful capture of this complex medical condition using colored X-ray technology. Through this image, we gain insight into both human anatomy and medical advancements aimed at improving patients' quality of life.
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