Open AccessAn unusual case of nodular pulmonary amyloidosis
Author(s) -
Nikzad Sarina,
AlArnawoot Amna A.,
Cabaero Michael,
Rogalla Patrik
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
clinical case reports
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.21
H-Index - 9
ISSN - 2050-0904
DOI - 10.1002/ccr3.4562
Subject(s) - medicine , asymptomatic , amyloidosis , pathology , rare disease , amyloid (mycology) , pulmonary disease , radiology , disease
Nodular pulmonary amyloidosis is a rare and localized manifestation of amyloid deposition in the lungs. This rare entity, though asymptomatic, is often misdiagnosed on imaging alone, due to its resemblance to metastatic pulmonary nodules. This report highlights the significance of histologic confirmation before treatment, as a preventive measure against overtreatment.