Tracheobronchomalacia

Abstract The term tracheobronchomalacia refers to excessively compliant and collapsible central airways leading to symptoms. Although seen as a coexisting condition with various other pulmonary condition, it may cause symptoms by itself. The condition is often misdiagnosed as asthma, bronchitis or j...

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Published in:Disease-a-month 2017-10, Vol.63 (10), p.287-302
Main Authors: Biswas, Abhishek, Jantz, Michael A, Sriram, P.S, Mehta, Hiren J
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Bronchi - pathology
Bronchoscopy
Central airway obstruction
Endobronchial ultrasound
Excessive dynamic airway collapse
Humans
Internal Medicine
Trachea - pathology
Tracheobronchial stent
Tracheobronchomalacia
Tracheobronchomalacia - diagnosis
Tracheobronchomalacia - etiology
Tracheobronchomalacia - therapy
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Summary:Abstract The term tracheobronchomalacia refers to excessively compliant and collapsible central airways leading to symptoms. Although seen as a coexisting condition with various other pulmonary condition, it may cause symptoms by itself. The condition is often misdiagnosed as asthma, bronchitis or just chronic cough due to a lack of specific pathognomonic history and clinical findings. The investigation revolves around different modes of imaging, lung function testing and usually confirmed by flexible bronchoscopy. The treatment widely varies based on the cause, with most cases treated conservatively with non-invasive ventilation. Some may require surgery or stent placement. In this article, we aim to discuss the pathophysiology behind this condition and recognize the common symptoms and causes of tracheobronchomalacia. The article will highlight the diagnostic steps as well as therapeutic interventions based on the specific cause.
ISSN:0011-5029
1557-8194
DOI:10.1016/j.disamonth.2017.04.003