CLINICAL AND RADIOLOGICAL CHARACTERISATION OF ADULT BRONCHIECTASIS PATIENTS IN A TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL IN KANCHIPURAM
Journal Title: PARIPEX-Indian Journal of Research - Year 2018, Vol 7, Issue 8
Abstract
Background: Bronchiectasis is a final result of many pulmonary and systemic conditions and an important cause of morbidity and mortality in children and adults. Aim: To describe the clinical characteristics, radiological and laboratory findings of non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis (NCFB) patients. Materials and methods: Prospective analysis of clinical, radiological and microbiological findings was done on 69 adult individuals diagnosed with non CF bronchiectasis over a period of 1 year. Results: Idiopathic bronchiectasis was the commonest (34%) followed by post TB and post infectious aetiologies (27.5% each). The common clinical presentation was cough with sputum production (89.9%). Spirometry showed normal pulmonary function in 32% and obstructive pattern in 45%. Radiologically, cylindrical type was the commonest. Pseudomonas aeruginosa was the commonest organism (30.4%) isolated, with majority (76%) having poor lung function. Conclusion: Wide knowledge of the prevalent etiologies in a particular geographic area helps the clinician to effectively diagnose and treat these individuals.
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Arun Prasad, Elayakumar. S. T, Dr. Srinivasan
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