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Tree in bud after Lobectomy Surgery
Hi there, after a rather succesful pulomonary lower lebectomy, a "tree in bud" pattern appeared on the remaining upper lobe. Been struggling with that ever since. I ask for anybody who could give me any tips and ideally suggest a doctor fully specialized on this matters. Thanks a lot!!!
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This is something to discuss with your pulmonologist. The pulmonologist who was part of your team and ultimately ordered the biopsy.
Call their office, let them know what your question(s) are. Don't hesitate. From experience I can tell you, they prefer you call instead f left f it eat at you.
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1 ReactionProbably a lung infection. Check whether it is an NTM infection or TB infection.
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1 ReactionTree in bud is a finding on a CT scan. It usually means that you have bronchiectasis. Bronch-i-ec-ta-sis. Bronchiectasis is a condition where your airways widen or develop pouches. It causes coughing with a lot of mucus and frequent infections. You should discuss this with your pulmonologist. This diagnosis requires diligent airway clearance to move mucus out of those pouches. There is a thread on these discussion boards. Just type bronchiectasis into the search box.