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A 44‑year‑old male was referred to our clinic (2015) to evaluate multiple lung nodules with increasing fatigue, dyspnea, and weight loss. He was being assessed to an outside hospital for the same since 2010. The X‑ray and computed‑tomography (CT)‑chest showed numerous pulmonary nodules and bilateral hilar adenopathy. Imaging workup at our institute (2015) redemonstrated extensive calcified pulmonary nodules. 18fluoro‑2‑deoxy‑d‑glucose positron emission tomographyCT showed widespread pulmonary nodules with low‑grade uptake. Video‑assisted thoracic surgery lung biopsy revealed pulmonary hyalinizing granuloma (PHG). Recently because of increasing symptoms, he is being evaluated for a lung transplant. This case represents a rare diagnosis of PHG with a decade follow‑up. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A cervical aortic arch is a rare vascular malformation that is characterized as a high positioned aortic arch, above the clavicle. The knowledge of its branching pattern is essential to characterize the entity further accurately. Noninvasive cross-sectional imaging, including computed tomography angiography or magnetic resonance angiography, is the imaging methods of choice. Due to highly complex anatomy, three-dimensional (3D) images help in providing improved anatomical visualization. Virtual reality is a relatively new computer-generated simulation technique that allows the interactive display of high-resolution models using a wearable headset and interactive controllers. We describe a rare form of a cervical arch and briefly discuss the latest methods of improved visualization using 3D virtual reality displays and smartphones. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]