Tubular aggregate myopathy presenting with acute type II respiratory failure and severe orthopnoea.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Acute hypercapnic respiratory failure (AHRF) is a common reason for hospital admission. Most patients have an underlying chronic lung disease such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. We report the case of a man who presented with AHRF secondary to tubular aggregate myopathy.
Medical subject headings
- Myopathies, Structural, Congenital
- Respiratory Insufficiency