[A case report of cavernostomy for lung aspergilloma]

Kyobu Geka. 1991 Nov;44(12):1023-6.
[Article in Japanese]

Abstract

A 65-year-old male patient with right upper lobe aspergilloma treated surgically due to continuation of hemoptysis was reported. Cavernostomy was indicated in this patient, since he had a low respiratory function. After cavernostomy, cavitry infection with MRSA occurred and additional operation was necessary. We should gave great care to intra-cavitary infection. Loss of lung function after the operation seemed to be minimal.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aspergillosis / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Lung / surgery*
  • Lung Diseases, Fungal / surgery*
  • Male