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A case report of unusual recurrent bronchopneumonia infections in Mounier-Kuhn syndrome

Authors :
Sara Rossi, MD
Federica Volpi, MD
Roberto Castellana, MD
Roberta Pancani, PhD
Federico Dente, MD
Roberta Gaeta, MD
Laura Carrozzi, MD
Emanuele Neri, MD
Chiara Romei, PhD
Source :
Radiology Case Reports, Vol 19, Iss 6, Pp 2525-2530 (2024)
Publication Year :
2024
Publisher :
Elsevier, 2024.

Abstract

Mounier-Kuhn syndrome is a rare airway disease characterized by tracheal and bronchial dilatation, primarily affecting middle-aged men. We present a case of Mounier-Kuhn syndrome in a 40-year-old man with a history of recurrent respiratory infections since adolescence. The diagnostic journey involved a multidisciplinary approach incorporating clinical evaluation, radiological imaging, and bronchoscopy. Computed tomography findings, including maximum intensity projection reconstructions and 3D rendering, facilitated the diagnosis by revealing significant airway dilation and associated abnormalities. Treatment primarily focused on supportive measures, including antibiotic therapy and respiratory physiotherapy.This case underscores the importance of considering Mounier-Kuhn syndrome in patients with recurrent respiratory infections and highlights the role of advanced imaging techniques in diagnosis.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
19300433
Volume :
19
Issue :
6
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
Radiology Case Reports
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.40bbb7b8cad84a54a82fd17d1e63f7db
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radcr.2024.03.028