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Accessory and Incomplete Lung Fissures: Clinical and Histopathologic Implications
Paula A Bayter1, Gregory M Lee2, Rolf A Grage3
1Autonomous University of Bucaramanga, Bucaramanga, Colombia.
Journal of Thoracic Imaging
|October 19, 2020
Summary
Pulmonary fissures, often missed in imaging, are crucial for diagnosing lung diseases. Understanding their anatomy improves accuracy for oncologists, pulmonologists, and surgeons.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonary Anatomy and Pathology
Background:
- Pulmonary fissures are anatomical structures within the lungs that separate lobes.
- Variations like accessory and incomplete fissures can occur.
- These variations are frequently overlooked in routine radiological assessments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the anatomy, histology, and disease processes associated with pulmonary fissures.
- To emphasize the clinical significance of accessory and incomplete pulmonary fissures.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of anatomical and pathological studies on pulmonary fissures.
- Analysis of clinical case reports and imaging studies highlighting the importance of fissure variations.
Main Results:
- Accessory and incomplete fissures represent common anatomical variations.
- These variations can mimic or obscure disease processes on imaging.
- Clinical implications include potential misdiagnosis and altered disease staging.
Conclusions:
- Accessory and incomplete pulmonary fissures possess significant clinical importance.
- Recognition of these anatomical variations is vital for accurate diagnosis and prognosis.
- Enhanced understanding of fissure anatomy benefits oncologists, interventional pulmonologists, and thoracic surgeons.
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