Alveolar rupture

Introduction Alveoli are the main part of the gas exchange in the lungs. It is a multi-faceted vesicle with an opening. The bubble wall is thin, the diameter is about 200-250 microns, and the adult alveoli are about 300-400 million, and the total area can reach 100 meters. Alveolar rupture, also called pulmonary perforation, can be caused by tuberculosis, emphysema, etc., or congenital or traumatic (shots, knives or rib fractures), in addition to long-term drug use can also cause lung perforation.

Cause

There are many causes of alveolar rupture, such as inflammation, trauma, foreign body into the lungs, sudden increase in atmospheric pressure, and emphysema. And alveolar rupture occurs mostly in tall and thin people.

an examination

Related inspection

Chest flat chest perspective

The patient can find chest radiographs.

Differential diagnosis

tuberculosis.

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