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Congenital lobar emphysema occurring in twins
A J Thompson1, A J Reid, M Reid
1Regional Neonatal Unit, Royal Maternity Hospital, Belfast, U.K.
Journal of Perinatal Medicine
|June 30, 2000
Summary
Congenital lobar emphysema (CLE) in twins is reported for the first time. Surgical treatment was successfully performed on the smallest twins documented to date.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Neonatal Medicine
- Respiratory Medicine
Background:
- Congenital lobar emphysema (CLE) is a rare respiratory malformation in newborns.
- While CLE is typically unilateral, this report details a rare bilateral presentation in twins.
Observation:
- Two newborn twins presented with symptoms of congenital lobar emphysema.
- The twins were noted to be exceptionally small, suggesting potential challenges for surgical intervention.
Findings:
- The diagnosis of congenital lobar emphysema was confirmed in both twins.
- Surgical management was undertaken, and the subsequent clinical course was closely monitored.
Implications:
- This case highlights the possibility of bilateral congenital lobar emphysema in twins.
- The successful surgical treatment of these extremely small infants expands the understanding of operative feasibility in neonatal respiratory emergencies.