What does “sharp bilateral costophrenic angles” mean?
Disease description:
I had a comprehensive physical examination at noon today, and the doctor told me that my costophrenic angles are sharp. I would like to know: What does “sharp bilateral costophrenic angles” mean?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Sun Qifeng
“Sharp costophrenic angles” indicates a normal thoracic cavity and suggests that the cough is not caused by tuberculous pleuritis. The costophrenic angle refers to the angle formed between the diaphragm and the ribs. Under normal conditions, this angle appears sharp on imaging. Blunting of the costophrenic angle is primarily due to pleural effusion or pleuritis. If sharp costophrenic angles are observed, anti-inflammatory medication may be prescribed under a physician’s guidance for treatment.
