Vanishing Lung Syndrome (VLS)

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Author Details : Sankalp Yadav, Gautam Rawal, AK Vasisht

Volume : 1, Issue : 1, Year : 2016

Article Page : 25-26

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Abstract

Vanishing Lung Syndrome (VLS), have been known since 1937. The condition has been reported in case reports from all corners of the globe. The presence of large bullae in upper lobes is covering one third of the hemithorax is pathognomic of this disease. In the present article author highlight the various aspects of this uncommon disease.

Keywords: Bullae; Marijuana; Smoking; Tobacco

How to cite : Yadav S, Rawal G, Vasisht A, Vanishing Lung Syndrome (VLS). IP Indian J Immunol Respir Med 2016;1(1):25-26

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