Endobronchial mucoepidermoid carcinoma in a child with postinfectious bronchiolitis obliterans

• Type: Article in International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2021

Authors

Fonseca, S (Author) Other; Silva, S (Author) Other; Magalhaes, A (Author) Other; Lago, R (Author) Other; Estevinho, N (Author) Other; do Bom Sucesso, M (Author) Other; Inês Azevedo (Author) FMUP

Journal

Title: Pediatric Pulmonology

Vol. 56

Pages: 4063-4065

ISSN: 8755-6863

Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

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Other information

Authenticus ID: P-00V-F58

DOI: 10.1002/ppul.25685

Abstract (EN): Endobronchial mucoepidermoid tumors are rare neoplasms. Due to nonspecific symptoms, diagnosis can be challenging, but early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for prognosis. We present the case of a boy, with chronic respiratory insufficiency due to bronchiolitis obliterans, that presented worsening exertional dyspnea at 12 years. Spirometry showed unexpected deterioration of respiratory function and a computed tomography scan revealed an obstructive polypoid mass in the intermediate bronchus. Given the severe basal ventilatory compromise and risk associated with surgical treatment, rigid bronchoscopy, and laser photocoagulation were performed, with clinical and functional improvement. The histological examination revealed a low-grade mucoepidermoid carcinoma. The option for a minimally invasive procedure requires careful follow-up due to the risk of tumor recurrence.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 3