Abstract
We present the case of a child with idiopathic interstitial lung disease unresponsive to steroids, diagnosed by biopsy. Recurrent respiratory infections contraindicated more aggressive immunosuppressive treatment. Physical growth was markedly unsatisfactory. Because of the progressive deterioration of lung function, and of the continuous need for oxygen administration, a heart/double-lung transplantation was performed. At present, 4 years after the procedure, the patient appears clinically stable, with normal spirometry parameters.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 57-60 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Journal | Italian Journal of Pediatrics |
| Volume | 28 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| Publication status | Published - Feb 2002 |
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Keywords
- Interstitial lung disease
- Lung transplantation
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
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A boy with idiopathic interstitial lung disease. / Montella, S.; Rossi, G. A.; Gambini, C.; Pettinato, G.; Parisi, F.; Santamaria, Francesca.
In: Italian Journal of Pediatrics, Vol. 28, No. 1, 02.2002, p. 57-60.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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