Inferior lobe of left lung
Expansion
Left Lower Lobe
Purpose
Common site for pneumonia, aspiration
Clinical Context
Left lower lobe posterior basal segment dependent for effusion or aspiration. Can be obscured by cardiac silhouette on posteroanterior chest film.
Related Terms
- Right lower lobe
- Left upper lobe
Key Points
- Left lower lobe pneumonia may be obscured by heart shadow; lateral view helps visualise