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[The functionally amputated lung. Studies on the unilateral hyperlucent lung syndrome].

K Wassermann1, E Reitemeyer, K M Müller

  • 1Abteilung für Lungen- und Bronchialheilkunde, Augusta-Kranken-Anstalten, Bochum, BRD.

Respiration; International Review of Thoracic Diseases
|January 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Unilateral hyperlucent lungs often involve severe hypoperfusion and overinflation, impacting pulmonary function. Surgical removal can improve airway obstruction, suggesting the affected lung is non-functional pre-operation.

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Area of Science:

  • Pulmonology
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Pathophysiology

Background:

  • Unilateral hyperlucent lung is a rare condition characterized by increased lung translucency.
  • Common causes include central airway obstruction or peripheral airway disease.
  • This study evaluates the pathogenesis, function, and outcomes in patients with this condition.

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