Thoracic disorders in the immunocompromised child

Radiol Clin North Am. 2005 Mar;43(2):435-47. doi: 10.1016/j.rcl.2005.01.003.

Abstract

Immunodeficiencies in children may be caused by primary immunodeficiency syndromes or can result from secondary disorders of immune regulation. Thoracic complications in immunocompromised children are frequent and may vary according to the type of the immunodeficiency. Imaging plays a pivotal role in detection and distinction of the variety of sequelae. It is important for the radiologist to understand both the spectrum of pediatric immune disorders, and the mechanisms underlying these disorders.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Humans
  • Immunocompromised Host*
  • Immunologic Deficiency Syndromes / complications*
  • Opportunistic Infections / diagnostic imaging
  • Radiography, Thoracic
  • Thoracic Diseases / diagnostic imaging*
  • Thoracic Diseases / etiology
  • Thoracic Neoplasms / diagnostic imaging
  • Thoracic Neoplasms / etiology
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed