Summarize the radiology report findings into an impression within 3 sentences.
    INPUT: Since prior exam , there is a new right - sided pleural effusion with some associated right basilar consolidation , which is likely atelectasis . Some linear left basilar opacity is also present . The apices of the lungs are clear . There is no pulmonary edema or pneumothorax . The cardiomediastinal silhouette is normal . A small amount of free intraperitoneal air is present , and expected post-operatively .
    OUTPUT:
    
1 . New small - to - moderate sized right pleural effusion . 2 . Bibasilar opacities , likely atelectasis . In the proper clinical setting , infection can not be completely excluded . Results were discussed directly with the emergency room resident at the time of the findings were discovered at 1 :30 a .m . on ___ via telephone by Dr . ___ .