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Pulmonary sequestration.

C S O'Mara, R R Baker, K Jeyasingham

    Surgery, Gynecology & Obstetrics
    |October 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Pulmonary sequestration is a rare congenital lung abnormality with anomalous systemic arterial supply. Surgical resection is the standard treatment, yielding excellent outcomes for both intralobar and extralobar forms.

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    Area of Science:

    • Thoracic Surgery
    • Congenital Abnormalities
    • Pulmonology

    Background:

    • Pulmonary sequestration is a congenital lung malformation characterized by nonfunctioning lung tissue with anomalous systemic arterial supply.
    • It occurs in intralobar and extralobar forms, often on the left side, and can involve abnormal connections with the gastrointestinal tract.
    • Associated congenital anomalies, like diaphragmatic hernia, are common with extralobar sequestration.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic methods, and treatment of pulmonary sequestration.
    • To differentiate between intralobar and extralobar forms of pulmonary sequestration.
    • To review the management and outcomes of surgical resection for pulmonary sequestration.

    Main Methods:

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  • Review of literature on pulmonary sequestration.
  • Analysis of diagnostic modalities including chest roentgenograms, upper gastrointestinal series, and arteriography.
  • Description of surgical approaches for intralobar and extralobar pulmonary sequestration.

    • Main Results:

    • Pulmonary sequestration presents variably, with recurrent pulmonary infections being common for the intralobar type.
    • Extralobar sequestration is often an incidental finding, but can present with similar symptoms.
    • Diagnostic imaging and arteriography are crucial for identifying the anomalous vasculature.
    • Surgical resection, either of the sequestration alone (extralobar) or lobectomy/segmental resection (intralobar), is the primary treatment.

    Conclusions:

    • Pulmonary sequestration is a treatable congenital anomaly with diverse presentations.
    • Accurate diagnosis through imaging is essential for appropriate surgical planning.
    • Surgical management of pulmonary sequestration generally leads to excellent patient outcomes.