Tracheobronchomalacia and Excessive Dynamic Airway Collapse. Clin Chest Med 2018 03;39(1):223-228
Date
02/13/2018Pubmed ID
29433717DOI
10.1016/j.ccm.2017.11.015Abstract
Tracheobronchomalacia (TBM) and excessive dynamic airway collapse (EDAC) are more frequently being recognized as the etiology of multiple types of respiratory complaints from chronic cough to exertional syncope to recurrent infections. Identification of these conditions requires a high suspicion, as well as a thorough history and physical examination. Dynamic computed tomography imaging and bronchoscopic evaluation are integral in achieving an accurate diagnosis. Once recognized, treatment ranges from addressing underlying contributing conditions to surgical stabilization of the airway. Referral to an institution familiar with the evaluation and treatment of TBM/EDAC is essential for the appropriate management of these conditions.
Author List
Hammond K, Ghori UK, Musani AIAuthor
Uzair K. Ghori MD Assistant Professor in the Medicine department at Medical College of WisconsinMESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold
Chronic DiseaseCough
Humans
Tracheobronchomalacia
