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Congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation
Congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation (CCAM) is an infrequently seen abnormality. The pathology of the various types has been well described, but the pathogenesis of the defect is less clear. A review of the literature revealed a lack of nursing information relevant to the disease itself. This article presents a review of the pathophysiology of CCAM, medical management, and differential diagnosis in addition to the intricate care involved in nursing an infant with this defect.
Congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation (CCAM) is an infrequently seen abnormality. The pathology of the various types has been well described, but the pathogenesis of the defect is less clear. A review of the literature revealed a lack of nursing information relevant to the disease itself. This article presents a review of the pathophysiology of CCAM, medical management, and differential diagnosis in addition to the intricate care involved in nursing an infant with this defect.