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Barcode sign. M-Mode image demonstrates a linear and laminar pattern above the bright pleural line (arrow) corresponding to superficial tissue and an identical pattern noted below the pleural line. This sign known as “barcode sign” or “stratosphere sign” indicates absence of lung sliding and possibility of pneumothorax at this point of exam. Note that the presence of this sign is suggestive of but not confirmatory for pneumothorax.
