<num>. findings which may suggest slight vascular congestion. <num>. streaky multifocal opacities in the lower lungs, suggestive of chronic scarring, although acuity is difficult to judge without prior comparisons. correlation with prior radiographs may be helpful if available. otherwise, depending on the level of clinical concern for subtle early pneumonia, short-term follow-up radiographs, preferably with pa and lateral technique, if possible, could be considered.