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Tracheobronchopathia osteochondroplastica--a rare or an overlooked entity?
Shikha Jindal1, Alok Nath, Zafar Neyaz
1Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Journal of Radiology Case Reports
|May 25, 2013
Summary
Tracheobronchopathia osteochondroplastica presents with airway nodules. This report details imaging findings to improve radiologist recognition of this underdiagnosed condition.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Radiology
- Pathology
Background:
- Tracheobronchopathia osteochondroplastica (TOC) is a rare, benign airway disease characterized by submucosal cartilaginous and osseous nodules.
- It affects the large airways, potentially causing symptoms like dyspnea, cough, and recurrent infections.
Observation:
- This report presents computed tomography (CT) and bronchoscopic findings in two newly diagnosed cases of TOC.
- The imaging characteristics highlight the focal or diffuse nature of the airway nodules.
Findings:
- CT scans revealed characteristic submucosal nodules along the cartilaginous rings of the tracheobronchial tree.
- Bronchoscopy confirmed the presence of these nodules, providing direct visualization of the airway pathology.
Implications:
- Increased radiologist awareness of TOC imaging findings can lead to earlier diagnosis.
- Familiarizing radiologists with TOC is crucial for recognizing this underreported condition and improving patient management.
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