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. 2008 Oct;25(4):152-4.
doi: 10.4103/0970-2113.45280.

Broncholithiasis

Sajal De  1 , Sarmishtha De
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Broncholithiasis

Sajal De et al. Lung India. 2008 Oct.

Abstract

A 47 year old female who had past history of incomplete treatment for pulmonary tuberculosis presented with increased breathlessness, generalized swelling and loss of ap-petite for last one month. X-ray chest PA view showed bilateral fibrocalcific opacities with blunting of costophrenic angle on both sides. She underwent bronchoscopy to collect bronchial wash to rule out relapse of tuberculosis. On bronchoscopy a loose broncholith with sharp and speculated margins were detected in right middle lobe bronchus. This broncholith was successfully removed through flexible bronchoscope without any complications.

Keywords: Broncholith; Pulmonary Tuberculosis.

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Figures

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X Ray Chest PA view
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CT thorax showing right hilar lymphadenopathy
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Broncholith in side the right middle lobe bronchus
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