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[A case of endobronchial aspergilloma]
Meltem Ağca1, Sibel Arinç, Aynur Yilmaz
1Süreyyapaşa Gögüs Hastaliklari ve Göğüs Cerrahisi Eğitim ve Araştirma Hastanesi, IV. Göğüs Hastaliklari Kliniği, Istanbul.
Mikrobiyoloji Bulteni
|May 1, 2008
Summary
Aspergilloma, a fungal mass caused by Aspergillus, can form in the airways. This case highlights endobronchial aspergilloma in a patient with asthma, emphasizing its consideration in lung mass diagnoses.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Mycology
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Aspergillus infections manifest diversely in susceptible patients, including invasive aspergillosis, allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis, and aspergilloma.
- Endobronchial aspergilloma is a fungal ball within the airways, often presenting with respiratory symptoms.
Observation:
- A 69-year-old female with a 10-year history of controlled bronchial asthma presented with cough and sputum.
- Chest imaging revealed lung infiltration, and bronchoscopy identified a left lower lobe endobronchial mass.
- Pathological examination of biopsy and sputum samples confirmed Aspergillus hyphae, with A. fumigatus isolated from cultures.
Findings:
- The patient was diagnosed with endobronchial aspergilloma.
- Despite diagnosis, the patient declined medical or surgical treatment, leading to failed follow-up.
Implications:
- Aspergilloma should be included in the differential diagnosis for endobronchial mass lesions.
- Early recognition and treatment are crucial for managing Aspergillus-related airway diseases.
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