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[Pulmonary sling or ring-sling complex? respiratory problems--diagnosis, therapy, prognosis]
E Horak1, I Hammerer, R Schmitzberger
1Univ. Klinik für Kinder- und Jugendheilkunde, Innsbruck.
Klinische Padiatrie
|May 1, 1997
Summary
Pulmonary sling (PS) is a rare vascular anomaly causing airway compression. This study highlights associated tracheobronchial and cardiovascular malformations in 6 patients, impacting treatment and outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Pediatric Pulmonology
- Congenital Vascular Anomalies
Background:
- Pulmonary sling (PS) is a rare congenital vascular anomaly where the left pulmonary artery arises abnormally from the right pulmonary artery.
- This anomalous vessel can compress the trachea and right mainstem bronchus, leading to respiratory distress.
- PS is frequently associated with other congenital malformations, particularly of the tracheobronchial tree and cardiovascular system.