Giant Bullae In Lung Parenchyma — A Case Series
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Date
2022-04
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Prathima Institute of Medical Sciences
Abstract
Introduction: Bullae are air filled spaces in lung parenchyma which develop in various diseases and cause respiratory compromise. Bulla which occupies one third of hemithorax is considered as a giant bulla. Case series: This case series consists of eleven cases of giant bullae with varied clinical and radiological features. Common presenta?ons include breathlessness, associated para-septal emphysema and complica?ons like pneumothorax. Conclusion: Pa?ents presen?ng with acute chest symptoms should also be evaluated for bullous disease and Computed tomography of chest can differen?ate pneumothorax from giant bullae.
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Giant bulla, bullous emphysema, Pneumothorax.
Citation
Chenimilla Nagender Prasad, B Ramya Krishna, Madire Ramu. Giant Bullae In Lung Parenchyma — A Case Series. Prathima Institute of Medical Sciences. 2022 Apr; 10(1): 84-86