Which of the statements is not true regarding Macleod's Syndrome ?
Ans. is 'c' i.e., The pulmonary aery on the affected side is hyperplastic Macleod syndrome o It is also known as Swyer - Janes syndrome o It is a cause of unilateral hyperlucent lung. o It may present as acute pneumonia, but most patients are discovered when a chest X-ray is obtained for an unrelated reason. o This not a true emphysema. o On examination there is hyperresonance and a small lung with mediastinum shifted towards the more abnormal lune. There is no vascular abnormality. o No specific treatment is required, it may become less symptomatic with time.
It is not a true emphysema
Occurs before 8 years of age
It is unilateral emphysema
The pulmonary aery on the affected side is hyperplastic