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Alvarez, Francisco

A5058157904 | I4210146710

Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic in Florida

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Downsizing Overlap Stenting for Bronchial Anastomotic Dehiscence Size Mismatch in Lung Transplant

Respirology Case Reports | February 12, 2025 | Volume: 13 | Issue: 2 | Pages: No page available

10.1002/rcr2.70116 | PMID 39935676

ABSTRACTBronchial dehiscence is a known complication following lung transplantation. In cases involving extensive airway necrosis and air leaks, bronchoscopic placement of self‐expanding metallic stents provides an effective and safe management strategy. These stents facilitate granulation and tissue reepithelialization. We present a case of bronchial anastomotic dehiscence size mismatch after a lung transplant. This complication was successfully managed using three stents placed via a telescoping technique with flexible bronchoscopy.