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[Pneumothorax in distomatosis].

J Fabre1, C Boutinet, F Lifermann

  • 1Service des Urgences, SMUR, CH de Dax, Bld Yves du Manoir, F40100 Dax.

Presse Medicale (Paris, France : 1983)
|December 6, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Distomatosis, a parasitic infection from Fasciola hepatica, can exceptionally cause pneumothorax. This study examines two cases, highlighting aberrant parasite migration as a potential mechanism for severe pulmonary complications.

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Area of Science:

  • Parasitology
  • Pulmonology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Distomatosis results from ingesting food contaminated with Fasciola hepatica, typically affecting the liver.
  • This abstract explores the rare complication of pneumothorax in two distomatosis cases.

Observation:

  • Two patients, aged 35 and 60, presented with spontaneous pneumothorax during distomatosis.
  • The first case revealed the parasitic infection, while the second suggested a severe disease progression.
  • Surgical biopsy in the first patient showed granulomatous pleuro-pneumopathy with giant cells.

Findings:

  • Pulmonary manifestations are common in the invasive phase of distomatosis.
  • The exact cause of these pulmonary issues is debated, with immunoallergic origins considered.
  • Lesions may result from aberrant parasite migrations within the host.

Implications:

  • Highlights the potential for severe pulmonary complications, including pneumothorax, in distomatosis.
  • Suggests that aberrant parasite migration is a critical factor in understanding disease pathogenesis.
  • Emphasizes the need to consider parasitic infections in the differential diagnosis of spontaneous pneumothorax.

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