Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis Unmasked: Case Series of Varied Pulmonary Presentations

Anand, R. and Pandiyan, S. Arun and Jayavignesh, J. and Raj, S. Raghul (2025) Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis Unmasked: Case Series of Varied Pulmonary Presentations. INDIAN JOURNAL OF RESPIRATORY CARE, 14.0 (2). ISSN 2277-9019

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Abstract

Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA) is a complex hypersensitivity reaction to the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus, primarily affecting individuals with asthma or cystic fibrosis (CF). It is characterized by chronic inflammation, mucus plugging, and bronchiectasis. ABPA often presents with recurrent asthma exacerbations, fever, malaise, and productive cough. However, in rare instances, ABPA can manifest with atypical and severe clinical presentations, posing diagnostic challenges and requiring specialized management strategies.This case series explores three such rare presentations: ABPA with whole lung collapse, ABPAwith type 2 respiratoryfailure, and ABPA mimicking malignancy. Recognizing these varied presentations and their underlying pathophysiological mechanisms is crucial for timely and accurate diagnosis. Early intervention with corticosteroids and antifungal therapy can significantly improve patient outcomes and prevent complications such as permanent lung damage.

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis, Bronchiectasis, Case report, Lung collapse, Lung malignancy, Mucus plugging, Type 2 respiratory failure
Subjects: Medicine > Respiratory System
Divisions: Medicine > Vinayaka Mission's Kirupananda Variyar Medical College and Hospital, Salem > Respiratory Medicine
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Last Modified: 06 Feb 2026 06:59
URI: https://ir.vmrfdu.edu.in/id/eprint/6398

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