Abstract
A 67-year-old male, with a history of severe COVID-19 infection and exposure to talc was seen for worsening shortness of breath for months, requiring supplemental oxygen. He was treated for COVID-19 infection and suspected pneumonia with no improvement. His pulmonary function test (PFT) worsened and computed tomography (CT) showing bilateral airspace opacities with ground-glass opacities (GGO), also worsened over time. He underwent bronchoscopy, bronchoalveolar lavage and pathology revealed pulmonary alveolar proteinosis (PAP). He subsequently underwent whole lung lavage (WLL) which significantly improved his crazy paving pattern on CT and was successfully weaned off supplemental oxygen.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
3-30-2024
Publication Title
Respiratory Medicine Case Reports
Recommended Citation
Martin, Samina MD; Kaushik, Shivu MD; and Bajantri, Bharat MD, "Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis Following Severe COVID - 19 Infection: A Case Report" (2024). Internal Medicine Residency. 4.
https://researchrepository.parkviewhealth.org/resident-im/4