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Erschienen in: Lung 2/2021

15.03.2021 | INHALED IRRITANT-INDUCED PULMONARY DISEASE

Irritant-induced Asthma Caused by Aerotoxic Syndrome

verfasst von: Jorge Roig, Christian Domingo, Jonathan Burdon, Susan Michaelis

Erschienen in: Lung | Ausgabe 2/2021

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Abstract

Purpose

Case series on respiratory features of Aerotoxic Syndrome (AS). The term AS has been coined to describe the spectrum of clinical manifestations after aircraft fume events. Among these manifestations, neurological and respiratory symptoms are the most frequently reported complaints.

Methods

Three cases of AS with relevant respiratory features are presented.

Results

Cough and shortness of breath for 6 to12 months were the predominant symptoms in the first two cases. The first case also developed neurological symptoms affecting his central nervous system. In the third case, the patient complained for nine years about an unbearable cough triggered by odors, smells, and a variety of indoor and outdoor irritants, among other symptoms of multiple chemical sensitivity. In all three cases, the respiratory symptoms resolved after appropriate treatment.

Conclusion

Our report aims at raising awareness on AS and calls for actions to improve the management of patients suffering from this syndrome.
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Metadaten
Titel
Irritant-induced Asthma Caused by Aerotoxic Syndrome
verfasst von
Jorge Roig
Christian Domingo
Jonathan Burdon
Susan Michaelis
Publikationsdatum
15.03.2021
Verlag
Springer US
Erschienen in
Lung / Ausgabe 2/2021
Print ISSN: 0341-2040
Elektronische ISSN: 1432-1750
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00408-021-00431-z

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