How to do whole lung lavage for treatment of pulmonary alveolar proteinosis

ANZ J Surg. 2020 May;90(5):877-878. doi: 10.1111/ans.15769. Epub 2020 Feb 26.

Abstract

Pulmonary alveolar proteinosis is a rare condition characterized by progressive accumulation of surfactant lipoproteins in the alveolar space, leading to poor gas exchange. We describe our technique of whole lung lavage for management of pulmonary alveolar proteinosis.

MeSH terms

  • Bronchoalveolar Lavage
  • Humans
  • Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis* / therapy
  • Rare Diseases