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Efficacy of Fiberoptic Bronchoscopy In Non-Cardiac Pediatric Plastic
Bronchitis: A Case Series
Abstract
Plastic bronchitis (PB) is a rare condition characterized by the
formation and expectoration of cohesive endobronchial casts that mimic
the shape of local airways. It is often associated with cardiothoracic
surgeries and various respiratory diseases, but pediatric cases without
congenital heart disease remain poorly understood. This case series
reports ten pediatric patients with non-cardiac PB, successfully managed
through flexible bronchoscopy. The cohort included children aged 2-12
years, with a gender distribution of 50% boys and 50% girls.
Underlying conditions included asthma, allergic histories, and primary
ciliary dyskinesia. Infectious causes, including Influenza A and
adenovirus, were identified in three cases. Bronchial casts were
extracted with flexible bronchoscopy, using a suction channel, and one
patient required a repeat bronchoscopy after the installation of dornase
alfa for adherent casts. Histopathological examination revealed
eosinophilic casts in the majority of patients. Treatment involved
inhaled corticosteroids, with some patients receiving systemic steroids.
No recurrences of PB were observed during follow-up, and all patients
showed resolution of symptoms. This case series highlights the
successful management of non-cardiac PB in children, emphasizing the
role of bronchoscopy and tailored therapies. Further research is needed
to explore optimal treatment strategies and the underlying
pathophysiology of PB.