Although rare, pulmonary alveolar microlithiasis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of patients presenting with non-productive cough, dyspnea on exertion, and, a typical chest radiograph showing micronodulation or diffuse parenchymal calcification.
Here we present a case of pulmonary alveolar microlithiasis, fully evaluated, with the characteristical history, clinical symptoms, laboratory, radiographic, tomographic and scintigraphic findings
Pulmonary Alveolar Microlithiasis Radionuclide Imaging Computerised Tomography Radiography Pulmonary Function Tests Transbronchial Biopsy
Subjects | Clinical Sciences |
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Journal Section | Review Makaleler |
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Publication Date | July 1, 1998 |
Published in Issue | Year 1998 Volume: 11 Issue: 3 |