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What is the definition of Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica?
Tracheobronchopathia osteoplastica (TO) is a rare condition of the large airways. It is characterized by the presence of multiple growths (nodules) made of bone and cartilage tissue, in the submucosa of the tracheobronchial wall. The nodules protrude into the spaces inside the trachea and bronchi, which can lead to airway obstruction. Affected people may have persisting or recurrent respiratory symptoms, and/or recurrent infections. The cause of TO is not currently known.
What are the alternative names for Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica?
  • Tracheobronchopathia osteoplastica
  • Cartilaginous or bony projections into the tracheobronchial lumen
  • Tracheobronchopathia osteochondroplastica
  • Tracheopathia osteoplastica
Who are the top Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica Local Doctors?
Elite in Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica
Dr. Nader Kamangar
Intensive Care Medicine
Elite in Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica
Dr. Nader Kamangar
Intensive Care Medicine

Olive View-UCLA Medical Center

14445 Olive View Dr, 
Sylmar, CA 
818-364-3205
Languages Spoken:
English
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Nader Kamangar is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Sylmar, California. Dr. Kamangar is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica. His top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Bronchogenic Cyst, Coccidioidomycosis, and Endoscopy.

Distinguished in Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica
Dr. James R. Sluss
Radiology
Distinguished in Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica
Dr. James R. Sluss
Radiology

Rayus/Foundation Radiology Group

6400 Brooktree Ct, Ste 350, 
Wexford, PA 
412-230-8200
Languages Spoken:
English
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. Dr. Sluss is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica. His top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, and Emphysema.

 
 
 
 
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Distinguished in Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica
Dr. Michael F. Rolen
Radiology
Distinguished in Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica
Dr. Michael F. Rolen
Radiology

Rayus/Foundation Radiology Group

6400 Brooktree Ct, Ste 350, 
Wexford, PA 
412-230-8200
Languages Spoken:
English
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. Dr. Rolen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica. His top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Gallbladder Disease, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center