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Lymphangioleiomyomatosis in patients with tuberous sclerosis: a national centre audit.

Jan JohnsonWendy SomerfieldSimon R Johnson
Published in: Orphanet journal of rare diseases (2024)
Despite screening recommendations, LAM is often diagnosed in TSC after symptoms develop which may delay treatment. Complications including pneumothorax and loss of lung function are significant and similar to sporadic LAM. Work is needed to implement the recommended CT screening for LAM and improve respiratory care for TSC-LAM.
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