Unilateral hyperlucent lung. Patent ductus arteriosus coexisting with bronchial carcinoid.
We report an unusual case of patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) co-existing with bronchial carcinoid. The initial radiographic presentation was hyperlucent lung. Causes and possible mechanisms of unilateral hypoperfusion of the lung are reviewed briefly. Useful diagnostic modalities in evaluating a hyperlucent lung are also discussed.
D001984:Bronchial Neoplasms / Q000150:complications* / Q000601:surgery; D003528:Carcinoma, Adenoid Cystic / Q000150:complications* / Q000601:surgery; D004374:Ductus Arteriosus, Patent / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008168:Lung / Q000098:blood supply / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011013:Pneumonectomy; D011859:Radiography