2017
DOI: 10.1590/1516-3180.20160336270117
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Flexible bronchoscopy and mechanical ventilation in managing Mounier-Kuhn syndrome: a case report

Abstract: CONTEXT: Mounier-Kuhn syndrome is a rare congenital condition with distinct dilatation and diverticulation of the tracheal wall. The symptoms may vary and the treatment usually consists of support. CASE REPORT: The patient was a 60-year-old male with recurrent hospital admission. He was admitted in this case due to dyspnea, cough and sputum production. An arterial blood sample revealed decompensated respiratory acidosis with moderate hypoxemia. A chest computed tomography (CT) scan showed dilatation of the tra… Show more

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