Torsion of the lung without trauma.
The unusual occurrence of nontraumatic torsion of the lung following pneumonia is presented. A bronchogram was important in confirming diagnosis. The patient was successfully treated with antibiotics and surgical manipulation. A brief explanation of the torsion is suggested.
D000328:Adult; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001995:Bronchography; D006801:Humans; D008171:Lung Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D011014:Pneumonia / Q000150:complications*; D014102:Torsion Abnormality
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents