Nebulized N-Acetylcysteine for Management of Plastic Bronchitis.
Indian Pediatr
; 55(8): 701-703, 2018 Aug 15.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Plastic bronchitis is characterized by formation of extensive obstructive endobronchial casts and high recurrence rates. CASE CHARACTERISTICS Two children (1-year-old girl, 7-year-old boy) who had recurrent episodes of respiratory distress with acute worsening. Bronchoscopy revealed membrane-like casts. Both children were managed with nebulized N-acetylcysteine in addition to management for asthma.OUTCOME:
Symptom-free without recurrence for more than 9 months of follow-up. MESSAGE Nebulized N- acetylcysteine may be helpful in prevention of recurrence of plastic bronchitis due to asthma.
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MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Acetilcisteína
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Bronquitis
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Expectorantes
Límite:
Child
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Female
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Humans
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Infant
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Male
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Indian Pediatr
Año:
2018
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
India