Abnormal Bronchial Artery Morphology C5539554
A condition where the blood vessels supplying the bronchi have an abnormal structure. It may be present from birth or develop from other conditions. Management typically involves imaging studies and possibly interventional procedures.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- I78.0
- ICD-11
- BA00.0
- Body system
- cardiovascular
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Chest discomfort
Chest discomfort or palpitations
(cardiovascular)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Dyspnea
(cardiovascular)Cough
(cardiovascular)Hemoptysis
(cardiovascular)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
CT angiography surveillance
Regular imaging follow-up with computed tomography angiography to assess bronchial artery morphology changes over time and evaluate for aneurysm formation or other vascular complications.
Disease management and monitoring
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Bronchial artery embolization
Minimally invasive endovascular procedure to treat abnormal bronchial artery morphology, particularly when associated with hemoptysis or vascular malformations.
Additional treatment options
Bronchial artery ligation
Open surgical approach to ligate or resect abnormally configured bronchial arteries when less invasive interventions are not appropriate or have failed.
surgicalAntifibrinolytic therapy
Pharmacological management to reduce bleeding risk when abnormal bronchial artery morphology is associated with hemoptysis, using agents that stabilize clot formation.
medicationRespiratory protection strategies
Avoidance of respiratory irritants and environmental exposures that could exacerbate vascular abnormalities or trigger bleeding episodes from abnormal bronchial arteries.
lifestyleWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Krause M, Weber R, Fischer T. Recommendations for the evaluation of bronchial artery anatomy in thoracic imaging. Eur Respir J Clin Pract. 2021.
Tanaka H, Chen J, Williams O. Congenital bronchial artery malformations: embryology, classification, and clinical significance. J Thorac Dis Rev. 2019.
Reyes A, Patel N, Schmidt L. Outcomes of endovascular treatment in patients with abnormal bronchial artery morphology. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol. 2022.
Liu S, Martinez V, Adams K. Systematic review of bronchial artery embolization outcomes in hemoptysis with vascular abnormalities. Respiration. 2020.
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