Swyer–James–Macleod syndrome mimicking pulmonary embolism in adults: a case report
The symptoms of Swyer-James-MacLeod syndrome can be mistaken for pulmonary embolism, which could lead to ineffective treatment and needless expenses. In individuals presenting with symptoms suggestive of pulmonary embolism, this case emphasizes the significance of considering Swyer-James-MacLeod syndrome as a differential diagnosis, especially in the absence of established risk factors for pulmonary embolism.
Authors
- Ermiyas Endewunet Melaku (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0003-8749-3062)
- Enguday Demeke Gebeyaw
- Getachew Bizuneh Aydagnuhm
- Girma Deshimo Lema
- Haile Abebe Tekle
Institutions
- Debre Berhan University (ET)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Medical Case Reports
- Published
- 2024-08-08
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-024-04680-3
- Citations
- 3
- Primary Topic
- Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.72