Pulmonary sequestrations

Abstract

Congenital lung malformations account for 2.2 – 6.6% of all congenital abnormalities of the lungs. This is a pretty rare problem as compared to acquired lung diseases. Pulmonary sequestrations account for 0.15 – 1.8% in the incidence of all lung malformations, occupying the second place after the complex abnormalities called “lung agenesis-hypoplasia”. Pulmonary sequestrations are common in children and adolescents so one could encounter them in pediatric practice. But pulmonary sequestrations may be associated with insignificant symptoms or even be asymptomatic in selected pediatric cases. Thereby, adult general practitioners, pulmonologists, and thoracic surgeons may encounter such patients. The aim. Review had the purpose to inform the general practitioners, pulmonologists, and thoracic surgeons about pulmonary sequestrations and their diagnostic, clinics course, and treatment. Conclusion. There is a wide range of congenital abnormalities of human body. Pulmonary sequestrations are only a part of this huge problem. But modern medicine has a vast selection of methods for revealing and treating these conditions (including minimally invasive surgery).