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[Left pneumonectomy in a child with congenital bronchiectasis]
L Tucciarone1, A Tomassini, S Anaclerio
1I Clinica Pediatrica, Università La Sapienza di Roma, Italia.
Summary
This case study describes diffuse bronchiectasis in an eight-year-old boy, successfully treated with left lung surgical excision. The procedure improved respiratory function and quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Pulmonology
- Thoracic Surgery
Background:
- Diffuse bronchiectasis affecting an entire lung is a rare condition.
- Congenital defects in bronchial wall development can lead to severe lung disease.
- Recurrent respiratory infections since birth indicate a chronic underlying pulmonary issue.