Sudden Atelectasis and respiratory failure in a neutropenic patient: Atypical presentation of pseudomembranous necrotizing bronchial aspergillosis

Ji Yun Noh, Seok Jin Kim, Eun Hae Kang, Bo Kyoung Seo, Kyoung Ho Rho, Yang Seok Chae, Byung Soo Kim

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    Abstract

    Pseudomembranous necrotizing bronchial aspergillosis (PNBA) is a rare form of invasive aspergillosis with a very poor prognosis. The symptoms are non-specific, and the necrotizing plugs cause airway obstruction. Atelectasis and respiratory failure can be the initial manifestations. Recently, we treated an immunocompromised patient with PNBA, who presented with a sudden onset of atelectasis and acute respiratory failure. There were no preceding signs except for a mild cough and one febrile episode. Bronchoscopy revealed PNBA, and Aspergillus nidulans was cultured from the bronchial wash.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)463-466
    Number of pages4
    JournalKorean Journal of Internal Medicine
    Volume27
    Issue number4
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2012 Dec

    Keywords

    • Aspergillosis
    • Neutropenia
    • Pneumonia

    ASJC Scopus subject areas

    • Internal Medicine

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