A Rare Case of Pulmonary Lymphangioleiomyomatosis with Recurrent Pneumothorax
Journal: International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR) (Vol.5, No. 11)Publication Date: 2016-11-05
Authors : Nalin Shah; Nirav Lukhi; Kandarp Nimavat; Rajdeep Dhandhukiya;
Page : 380-382
Keywords : Lymphangioleiomyomatosis; cystic lung disease; tuberous sclerosis;
Abstract
Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) is a multisystem disorder, predominantly affecting women. It is characterized by cystic lung lesions, abdominal angiomyolipomas (AML) and lymphatic abnormalities. Our patient was admitted with dyspnea, anorexia, left side chest pain and history of recurrent pneumothorax. She was evaluated with HRCT Thorax & Bronchoscopic biopsy for histopathology and immunohistochemistry. She was diagnosed LAM. She was started on Oral Medroxyprogesterone acetate.
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