Massive hemoptysis from thoracic actinomycosis successfully treated by embolization.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Massive hemoptysis, a rare complication of pulmonary actinomycosis, is generally treated surgically. We describe a patient with massive hemoptysis due to pulmonary actinomycosis who was treated successfully by means of selective bronchial artery embolization. The role of BAE is discussed.
Medical subject headings
- Actinomycosis
- Embolization, Therapeutic
- Hemoptysis
- Lung Diseases