Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2906077 | Chest | 2005 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Conclusion: Primary airway malacia is not rare in the general population, with an estimated incidence of at least 1 in 2,100 children. Airway malacia is difficult to recognize based on clinical features that show overlap with those of more common pulmonary diseases. We recommend bronchoscopy in patients with impaired exercise tolerance, recurrent lower airways infection, and therapy-resistant, irreversible, and/or atypical asthma to rule out airway malacia.
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Ruben MD, Sjoerd H. MD, Marielle W.H. MD, Harm A.W.M. MD PhD, Johan C. MD PhD, Peter J.F.M. MD PhD,