Bronchiectasis in a child after acrolein inhalation.

Mahut, B; Delacourt, C; de Blic, J; Mani, T M; Scheinmann, P · Chest · 1993

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Acrolein is an unsaturated aldehyde produced by combustion of many organic compounds. Massive exposure may lead to severe pulmonary disease and possibly death. We report a case of intoxication in a 2-year-old boy; an 18-month follow-up showed development of obstructive bronchiolar disease with diffuse bronchiectasis.

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