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Incidental discovery of multiple tracheal diverticula
Christian Hedeager Krag1, Mathilde Marie Winkler Wille1
1Department of Diagnostic Imaging, North Zealand Hospital, Dyrehavevej 29, 3400 Hillerød, Denmark.
Radiology Case Reports
|December 11, 2020
Summary
Multiple tracheal diverticula, a rare condition, were incidentally found in a 75-year-old male. Recognizing this finding is crucial for preventing complications like empyema and pneumomediastinum.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Radiology
- Anatomical Pathology
Background:
- Tracheal diverticula are uncommon, affecting 1%-4% of the population.
- Multiple tracheal diverticula represent a rare anatomical variation.
- The case highlights the importance of incidental findings in diagnostic imaging.
Observation:
- A 75-year-old male presented with unintended weight loss and fatigue.
- Computed tomography (CT) scans revealed multiple tracheal diverticula along the trachea and left main bronchus.
- No definitive cause for the patient's symptoms was identified.
Findings:
- Incidental diagnosis of multiple tracheal diverticula.
- The diverticula were located on the posterior tracheal wall and left main bronchus.
- This finding underscores the significance of thorough radiological assessment.
Implications:
- Early recognition of multiple tracheal diverticula is vital for patient management.
- Potential interventions include surgical removal or prophylactic measures.
- Preventing complications such as empyema and pneumomediastinum is a key consideration.
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