Bronchial carcinoid presenting as refractory asthma.
Bronchial carcinoids are low-grade malignant neoplasms that usually occur in the central airways. The central endobronchial location typically results in symptoms of bronchial obstruction. Infrequently, asthma-like symptoms may be produced by endobronchial tumors. The diagnosis of bronchial carcinoid is often made after months of unsuccessful treatment for more common respiratory conditions.
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Department of Ophthalmology, Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, D.C.
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D000328:Adult; D001249:Asthma / Q000209:etiology*; D001984:Bronchial Neoplasms / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis*; D002276:Carcinoid Tumor / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis*; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D012135:Respiratory Sounds / Q000209:etiology*