Massive hemoptysis due to broncholithiasis.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Massive hemoptysis due to broncholithiasis is rare. Such a case is presented here, and the literature is reviewed. Surgical resection is the preferred definitive therapy, as a lack of bronchial artery collaterals limits the utility of bronchial artery embolization.
Medical subject headings
- Bronchial Diseases
- Calculi
- Hemoptysis