A rare case of congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation: Mimics pneumonia manifestations.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction and importance

Congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation (CCAM) is a rare malformation, with unknown causes, that affects distal bronchi. It accounts for 25% of congenital pulmonary malformation s and most cases are found in neonates and babies.The mortality rate of prenatally diagnosed cases ranges from 9 to 49%. The risk factors for poor outcome include hydropsfoetalis, microcystic CCAM and the overall size of the lesions.The mainstay of CCAM treatment is surgical excision that prevents complications such as recurrent infections, pneumothorax and malignancy.

Case presentation

Our case is a 4-month-old boy born presented with shortness of breath and poor suckling. He was admitted to intensive care for respiratory distress.

Clinical discussion

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SUBMITTER: Badour M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8178088 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature