Presentation
Child with Down syndrome with recent chest infection and worsening respiratory distress.
Patient Data
Age: 13 months
Gender: Male
From the case:
Down syndrome subpleural cysts
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Extensive lung disease with interstitial thickening and cystic change peripherally. Perihilar collapse.
From the case:
Down syndrome subpleural cysts
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Multiple cysts throughout both lungs in a predominantly subpleural distribution.
Case Discussion
Subpleural cysts are not common in children with Down syndrome, but they have been described as a feature of the condition.