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[MacLeod's syndrome. Observations on 6 cases].

N Schad1, S Galluzzi, G Coviello

  • 1Istituto di Radiologia, Università, Siena.

La Radiologia Medica
|June 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Mac Leod's syndrome, a rare condition, requires accurate radiological diagnosis. This study emphasizes its pathogenesis and differential diagnosis, highlighting key radiographic findings like air trapping.

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Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Pulmonology
  • Pediatric Diseases

Background:

  • Mac Leod's syndrome is a rare condition.
  • Accurate differential diagnosis is crucial due to its rarity.
  • Radiological imaging plays a key role in diagnosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the differential diagnosis of Mac Leod's syndrome.
  • To emphasize the pathogenesis of the syndrome.
  • To highlight typical radiographic findings.

Main Methods:

  • Radiological imaging, including chest X-ray (inspiration and expiration).
  • Posterior oblique tomography at 55 degrees.
  • Review of pathogenetic patterns and differential diagnoses.

Main Results:

  • Air trapping in the absence of central bronchial lesions is a typical radiographic finding.
  • Diffuse bronchiolitis obliterans in infancy/early childhood is a proposed pathogenetic pattern.
  • Pulmonary hypoventilation leads to vasoconstriction and underdeveloped pulmonary vessels.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate radiological diagnosis is essential for Mac Leod's syndrome.
  • Differential diagnosis must consider conditions causing pulmonary hyperlucency.
  • Understanding pathogenesis aids in diagnosis and management.

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