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Pulmonary infarction in sickle cell trait.

R H Israel, J S Salipante

The American Journal of Medicine

|May 1, 1979

Summary

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Sickle cell trait can cause pulmonary infarction, leading to unexplained chest pain in Black individuals. This condition should be considered in the differential diagnosis of pulmonary diseases.

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Area of Science:

Internal Medicine
Hematology
Pulmonary Medicine

Background:

Sickle cell trait is a common inherited blood disorder.
Pulmonary infarction is a condition where lung tissue dies due to lack of blood supply.

Observation:

A young Black male presented with pleuritic chest pain of unknown origin.
Diagnostic workup included hematologic evaluation, chest imaging, and lung biopsy.

Findings:

Hematologic tests confirmed sickle cell trait.
Chest roentgenograms, ventilation/perfusion lung scans, and lung biopsy revealed pulmonary infarction.
Pulmonary infarction in this case was attributed to sickle cell trait.

Implications:

Sickle cell trait should be considered in the diagnosis of unexplained pulmonary diseases, especially in Black patients.

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Early recognition and management of sickle cell trait-related pulmonary complications are crucial.

This case highlights the importance of a comprehensive diagnostic approach for patients with pleuritic chest pain.