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Haemoptysis in pregnancy caused by a well-differentiated fetal adenocarcinoma: a case report
Rebecca J Thompson1, Philip S Hasleton, Paul M Taylor
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, St Mary's Hospital, Hathersage Road, Manchester M13 9WL, UK. becky_thompson@hotmail.co.uk.
Introduction:
Haemoptysis in pregnancy is frequently assumed to be caused by a pulmonary embolism. However, it can also be an indicator of serious pathology.
Case Presentation:
We report the case of a 27-year-old Caucasian woman who presented with haemoptysis in pregnancy that was discovered to be caused by a well-differentiated fetal adenocarcinoma of the lung.
Conclusion:
This case demonstrates the importance of establishing an accurate diagnosis when a pregnant woman presents with haemoptysis and that more serious pathology should be considered if the clinical symptoms persist and/or the presumed diagnosis of pulmonary embolism is not confirmed.
