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Recurrent hemoptysis: An unusual cause and novel management.

Authors :
Surya P
Keshava SN
Irodi A
Vyas S
Thangakunam B
Source :
The Indian journal of radiology & imaging [Indian J Radiol Imaging] 2016 Apr-Jun; Vol. 26 (2), pp. 267-70.
Publication Year :
2016

Abstract

We report a rare case a 15 year old boy who presented with recurrent hemoptysis. There was past history of pancreatitis. A CT scan of thorax revealed a small collection in the region of the tail of the pancreas and a tract from it extending across the diaphragm into the posterobasal segment of left lower lobe, suggesting a pancreatico-pleuro-pulmonary fistula. The fistula was embolised by percutaneous injection of glue into the collection and fistula, which resulted in good symptom control.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0971-3026
Volume :
26
Issue :
2
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
The Indian journal of radiology & imaging
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
27413278
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.4103/0971-3026.184412