Abstract
We describe the clinical course and treatment of a young woman diagnosed with tuberous sclerosis. Classical as well as atypical clinical findings are discussed with regards to the differential diagnosis. The most important components of the pathogenesis and the criteria necessary for diagnosis are highlighted. In addition the similarities and differences to lymphangioleiomyomatosis are discussed.
Publication types
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Case Reports
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Comparative Study
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Diagnosis, Differential
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Disease Progression
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Dyspnea / etiology
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Electrocardiography
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Female
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Follow-Up Studies
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Hemoptysis / etiology
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Humans
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Magnetic Resonance Angiography
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Radiography, Abdominal
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Radiography, Thoracic
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Respiratory Function Tests
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Time Factors
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Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods
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Tuberous Sclerosis / diagnosis*
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Tuberous Sclerosis / diagnostic imaging
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Tuberous Sclerosis / therapy