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Childhood hypersensitivity pneumonitis associated with fungal contamination of indoor hydroponics
- Source :
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International Journal of Hygiene & Environmental Health . Jan2009, Vol. 212 Issue 1, p18-20. 3p. - Publication Year :
- 2009
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Abstract
- Abstract: Childhood hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HP) is often associated with exposure to antigens in the home environment. We describe a case of HP associated with indoor hydroponics in a 14-year-old girl. Water samples from hydroponics revealed Aureobasidium pullulans as the dominant fungal micro-organism (104 CFU/ml). The diagnosis is supported by the existence of serum precipitating antibodies against A. pullulans, lymphocytic alveolitis on bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) fluid, a corresponding reaction on a lung biopsy, and the sustained absence of clinical symptoms following the removal of hydroponics from the home. We conclude that hydroponics should be considered as potential sources of fungal contaminants when checking for indoor health complaints. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 14384639
- Volume :
- 212
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- International Journal of Hygiene & Environmental Health
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 35771237
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijheh.2008.01.001