Michela Gabelloni, Lorenzo Faggioni, Sandra Accogli, Giacomo Aringhieri, Emanuele Neri
University of Pisa.
Italy
Clinical Imaging
Clin Imag 2021; 73: 61-72
DOI: 10.1016/j.clinimag.2020.11.040
Abstract
Pulmonary sequestration consists of a nonfunctioning mass of lung tissue, either sharing the pleural envelope of the normal lung (intralobar) or with its own pleura (extralobar), lacking normal communication with the tracheobronchial tree and receiving its arterial supply by one or more systemic vessels. It is the second most common congenital lung anomaly according to pediatric case series, but its real prevalence is likely to be underestimated, and imaging plays a key role in the diagnosis and treatment management of the condition and its potential complications. We will give a brief overview of the pathophysiology, clinical presentation and imaging findings of intra- and extralobar pulmonary sequestration, with particular reference to multidetector computed tomography as part of a powerful and streamlined diagnostic approach.
Category
Review Articles Concerning Pulmonary Vascular Disease
Abnormal Systemic to Pulmonary Arterial Collaterals or Connections
Age Focus: Pediatric Pulmonary Vascular Disease
Fresh or Filed Publication: Filed (PHiled). Greater than 1-2 years since publication
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