Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation of Lung, Congenital

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Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation of Lung, Congenital


A developmental anomaly that usually becomes apparent in the neonatal period with progressive respiratory distress. This malformation is a focal pulmonary dysplasia characterized by a multicystic mass of terminal bronchiolar structures. CCAM is classified into 3 separate types (I, II, III) depending on cyst size.


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