Atypical alveolar proteinosis

Lova Hasina Rajaonarison Ny Ony Narindra, Emmylou Gabrielle Andrianah, Volahasina Francine Ranaivomanana, Christian Tomboravo, Hasina Dina Ranoharison, Jean Noel Bruneton, Ahmad AhmadIndian Journal of Radiology and Imaging 2018 28(4):439-441
Alveolar proteinosis is a rare pulmonary disease characterized by intra-alveolar accumulation of surfactant composed of lipoproteinaceous material, related to a lack of surfactant resorption by alveolar macrophages. Crazy paving pattern is characteristic, but not specific. The multinodular forms of this affection remain exceptional.

Source: Indian Journal of Radiology and Imaging - December 18, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Lova Hasina Rajaonarison Ny Ony Narindra Emmylou Gabrielle Andrianah Volahasina Francine Ranaivomanana Christian Tomboravo Hasina Dina Ranoharison Jean Noel Bruneton Ahmad Ahmad Source Type: research