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[The Wilson-Mikity syndrome. Report of a case]
Boletin Medico Del Hospital Infantil De Mexico
|March 1, 1977
Insights
This report details a case of Wilson-Mikity syndrome in an infant, confirmed by autopsy. The study discusses the condition's etiology, diagnosis, and management strategies.
Area of Science:
- Neonatal respiratory diseases
- Pediatric pulmonology
Background:
- Wilson-Mikity syndrome is a rare, chronic respiratory disorder affecting premature infants.
- Characterized by persistent respiratory distress and specific radiographic findings.
Abstract:
The case of an infant with Wilson-Mikity syndrome is reported; both the clinical evolution and the radiological findings were characteristic and the diagnosis was confirmed at autopsy. Etiology, differential diagnosis, supportive treatment and care of complications are discussed.