Bilateral multiple pulmonary artery aneurysms associated with cavitary pulmonary tuberculosis: a case report
ConclusionsThe presence of intractable hemoptysis among patients with tuberculosis even after completion of anti-tuberculosis course should raise an index of suspicion for pulmonary artery aneurysm. Furthermore, despite of its rarity, early recognition and timely surgical intervention of pulmonary artery aneurysm is crucial to reducing morbidity and preventing the attributed mortality.
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
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