Recurrent Pneumothoraces in a Patient With Pulmonary Benign Metastasizing Leiomyoma.
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Abstract
BackgroundPulmonary benign metastasizing leiomyoma (BML) is a rare disease with a malignant characteristic of spread from the uterus. Most cases are asymptomatic, and only 1% are associated with pneumothorax.Case reportWe present the case of a 42-year-old female with recurrent pneumothoraces leading to an incidental finding of diffuse bilateral pulmonary nodules. The diagnosis of BML was based on the patient's history of uterine leiomyomata and confirmed by a biopsy showing benign smooth muscle staining for desmin and vimentin.ConclusionBML should be considered in women with a history of leiomyomata who develop pneumothoraces resulting from peripheral pulmonary nodules. A standardized treatment regimen has yet to be established, and therapy plans require a multidisciplinary approach, involving gynecology, cardiothoracic surgery, and pulmonology.
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norethisterone
estradiol
iron
norgestrel
formoterol
estrogen
progesterone
progestin
albuterol
sulfate
ipratropium
bromide
budesonide
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noordeloos 2009062
noordeloos 2009062
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