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Neumología y cirugía de tórax

versión impresa ISSN 0028-3746

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LEYVA-MORAGA, Eduardo et al. Thoracic surgery in a patient with osteogenesis imperfecta. Neumol. cir. torax [online]. 2020, vol.79, n.2, pp.94-96.  Epub 28-Feb-2022. ISSN 0028-3746.  https://doi.org/10.35366/94634.

Introduction:

Osteogenesis imperfecta is a group of heterogenous abnormalities of the collagen synthesis, characterized by multiple fractures and deformities. Thoracic surgery in patients with osteogenesis imperfecta is not common.

Clinical case:

We present a case of a 30 years old male with a previous diagnosis of osteogenesis imperfecta who was referred to our center for presenting a loculated empyema on his right hemithorax. A right posterolateral thoracotomy was performed. In the middle of the surgery we visualized an anatomical abnormality that coincides with an accessory fissure of the superior lobe.

Conclusion:

Osteogenesis imperfecta is a rare clinical entity, however the surgeon must take into consideration the physiopathological implications during the surgery.

Palabras llave : Osteogenesis imperfecta; accessory fissure; empyema.

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