2024
DOI: 10.4103/lungindia.lungindia_201_24
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An unexpected culprit of haemoptysis: Bronchial varices and review of literature

Avdhesh Bansal,
Priya Sharma

Abstract: Bronchial varices, characterized by dilated and tortuous vessels within the bronchial tree, are a rare entity often presenting as massive or recurrent haemoptysis. Multiple aetiologies have been described in the literature including congenital or acquired pulmonary vein stenosis secondary to surgical or radiofrequency ablation or other cardiac interventions. We present a case of a 60-year-old female with a history of systemic hypertension, hypothyroidism and sick sinus syndrome, who presented with intermittent… Show more

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