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Middle lobe syndrome revealing Broncholithiasis: A Case Report
Narjes Abid1, Manel Loukil1, Nada Gader1
1Service de Pneumologie, CHU Mohamed Taher Maamouri Nabeul - Tunisie.
Middle lobe syndrome (MLS) can be caused by broncholithiasis, a rare condition. This case highlights the importance of suspecting broncholithiasis in patients with MLS and recurrent hemoptysis, especially when imaging shows calcifications.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Radiology
- Thoracic Surgery
Background:
- Middle lobe syndrome (MLS) is an uncommon condition often linked to local bronchial obstruction or inflammation.
- Broncholithiasis, the presence of calcified material within the bronchial tree, is a rare but significant cause of MLS.
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