Pneumonectomy Case in a Newborn with Congenital Pulmonary Lymphangiectasia
Journal of Korean Medical Science
;
: 609-613, 2014.
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in English
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ABSTRACT
Congenital pulmonary lymphangiectasia (CPL) is a rare lymphatic pulmonary abnormality. CPL with respiratory distress has a poor prognosis, and is frequently fatal in neonates. We report a case of pneumonectomy for CPL in a newborn. An infant girl, born at 39 weeks' after an uncomplicated pregnancy, exhibited respiratory distress 1 hr after birth, which necessitated intubation and aggressive ventilator care. Right pneumonectomy was performed after her symptoms worsened. Histologic examination indicated CPL. She is currently 12 months old and developing normally. Pneumonectomy can be considered for treating respiratory symptoms for improving chances of survival in cases with unilateral CPL.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Tomography, X-Ray Computed
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Gestational Age
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Lymphatic Vessels
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Lung
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Lung Diseases
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Lymphangiectasis
Limits:
Female
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Humans
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Infant, Newborn
Language:
English
Journal:
Journal of Korean Medical Science
Year:
2014
Type:
Article
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