Earliest lesion seen in asbestosis is:
Correct Answer: Pleural plaques
Description: It is the most common manifestation of asbestosis exposure composed of plaques of dense collagen containing calcium.they are usually asymptomatic and develop on anteroir and postereolateral pas of parietal pleura and over diaphragm.(ref Robbins 9/e p691)
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