Extra-lobar pulmonary sequestration. A report of three cases and a review of the literature with special reference to the embryogenesis.
Three cases of extra-lobar pulmonary sequestration are reported, and the literature reviewed. Phylogenetically several mechanisms are possible. A local problem with separation of part of the developing lung, is thought to be more likely than a widespread teratogenic insult.
D001980:Bronchi / Q000196:embryology; D001998:Bronchopulmonary Sequestration / Q000196:embryology / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008168:Lung / Q000196:embryology; D008297:Male