Massive hemoptysis from thoracic actinomycosis successfully treated by embolization

Chest. 1992 May;101(5):1442-3. doi: 10.1378/chest.101.5.1442.

Abstract

Massive hemoptysis, a rare complication of pulmonary actinomycosis, is generally treated surgically. We describe a patient with massive hemoptysis due to pulmonary actinomycosis who was treated successfully by means of selective bronchial artery embolization. The role of BAE is discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Actinomycosis / complications*
  • Adult
  • Bronchial Arteries
  • Embolization, Therapeutic*
  • Female
  • Hemoptysis / etiology*
  • Hemoptysis / therapy
  • Humans
  • Lung Diseases / complications*