Aspergillosis

Case contributed by RMH Core Conditions
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Renal transplant.

Patient Data

Age: 40 years old
Gender: Male
x-ray

Widespread rounded lung nodules throughout both lungs, some of which demonstrated cavitation. 

Case Discussion

The patient is immunosuppressed as a result of a renal transplant. Bronchial washings from a bronchoscopy isolated Aspergillus as the cause. 

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