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  • Title: Pneumonectomy for congenital isolated unilateral pulmonary artery agenesis.
    Author: Britton J, Sachithanandan A, Srinivasan L, Ghosh S.
    Journal: Med J Malaysia; 2011 Oct; 66(4):363-4. PubMed ID: 22299560.
    Abstract:
    Unilateral pulmonary artery agenesis (UPAA) is a rare congenital anomaly usually diagnosed in infancy due to associated cardiovascular malformations. We report a rare case of isolated right UPAA that presented atypically in adulthood with massive haemoptysis requiring a pneumonectomy. This case highlights the importance of maintaining a high clinical suspicion, the role of CT angiography and a multi disciplinary approach. Optimal management is often surgical however bronchial artery embolization (BAE) remains a useful adjunct.
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