Pulmonary Alveolar Microlithiais
Journal Title: Perspectives In Medical Research - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 3
Abstract
Pulmonary Alveolar Microlithiasis (PAM) is a rare, slowly progressive lung disease, characterised by widespread intra-alveolar accumulation of minute calculi called microliths. It is caused by mutation in SCL34A2 gene encoding sodium phosphate cotransporter in alveolar type II cells. Herein, we report a case of PAM, diagnosed incidentally showing “Sandstorm” appearance on chest X ray. Diagnosis was confirmed based on characteristic features of PAM on HRCT Chest scan and striking clinico-radiological dissociation.
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Mohd Vaseem,
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