Blast lung injury (BLI) is a relatively uncommon feature of victims involved in bomb blasts. Patients may present with clinical features of different proportions; and clinical imaging forms an important tool in managing these patients. BLI is very uncommon and therefore offers a challenge to the emergency room personnel. A complete patient assessment with a holistic approach should be kept in mind. We present a case of suspected lung injury of a young female who was an innocent victim of BLI and who was managed conservatively.
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