Extrinsic lipoid pneumonia due to chronic polyethylene glycol consumption: A case report.
Publication/Presentation Date
11-1-2023
Abstract
Extrinsic lipoid pneumonia (ELP) results from the aspiration of lipid-containing substances. Tissue or cell histopathology after Oil-Red-O staining can confirm the diagnosis, which requires proper tissue handling and preparation during bronchoscopy. Here, we report a case of ELP in a quadriplegic patient with a long history of dysphagia and polyethylene glycol consumption. Computed tomography (CT) of the chest revealed multiple, progressively enlarging, fat-attenuated, nodular pulmonary lesions. Bronchoscopy with bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) and a transbronchial forceps biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of lipoid pneumonia. We discuss the clinical, radiological, and pathological features of ELP and highlight the preparatory steps required for obtaining a successful diagnosis.
Volume
61
Issue
6
First Page
768
Last Page
772
ISSN
2212-5353
Published In/Presented At
Murphy, R. J., Tessier, S., Longo, S., Alia, C. S., & Ido, F. (2023). Extrinsic lipoid pneumonia due to chronic polyethylene glycol consumption: A case report. Respiratory investigation, 61(6), 768–772. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.resinv.2023.08.002
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
37716285
Department(s)
Department of Medicine
Document Type
Article