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What is the definition of Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia?
Congenital unilateral pulmonary hypoplasia is a rare abnormality characterized by the underdevelopment of a lung on one side of the chest. This disorder often occurs along with other congenital abnormalities.
What are the symptoms of Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia?
Symptoms of congenital unilateral pulmonary hypoplasia include an asymmetry of the chest with a bell-shaped chest deformity, restricted chest wall expansion, reduced breathing on the affected side, rapid, shallow breathing, and respiratory distress.
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What are the current treatments for Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia?
Treatment for congenital unilateral pulmonary hypoplasia begins before an infant is born with the use of a combination of corticosteroids, antibiotics, and tocolytics or an amniopatch consisting of an intraamniotic injection of platelets and cryoprecipitate. After birth, treatment may include respiratory support with supplemental oxygen, mechanical ventilation, or extracorporeal membrane oxygen (ECMO). In most cases, congenital unilateral pulmonary hypoplasia is fatal. Individuals who survive often have chronic lung disease, which may be treated with bronchodilators, antibiotics, chest physiotherapy, and prophylactic vaccinations. In some cases, surgery may be necessary to remove damaged lung tissue (bronchiectasis) from recurrent respiratory infections.
Who are the top Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia Local Doctors?
Darshan S. Shah
Advanced in Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia
Dr. Darshan S. Shah
Neonatology
Advanced in Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia
Dr. Darshan S. Shah
Neonatology
408 N State Of Franklin Rd Fl 3, 
Johnson City, TN 
423-431-4946
Languages Spoken:
English
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. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Omphalocele, and Microcephaly.

Des R. Bharti
Advanced in Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia
Dr. Des R. Bharti
Neonatology
Advanced in Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia
Dr. Des R. Bharti
Neonatology

ETSU Physicians & Associates- Neonatology

325 N State Of Franklin Rd, 
Johnson City, TN 
423-439-7320
Languages Spoken:
English
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. Dr. Bharti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Symphalangism Distal, and Preeclampsia.

 
 
 
 
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Advanced in Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia
Dr. Jack D. Owens
Neonatology
Advanced in Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia
Dr. Jack D. Owens
Neonatology

ETSU Physicians & Associates- Neonatology

325 N State Of Franklin Rd, 
Johnson City, TN 
423-439-7320
Languages Spoken:
English
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. Dr. Owens is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Gastroschisis, and Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia.

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