ArticleCureus2023
A Rare Case of Kartagener Syndrome Presenting with Sinusitis, Situs Inversus, and Bronchiectasis: Emphasizing Early Diagnosis and Management Strategies.
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- Kartagener syndrome in a young Ethiopian boy: a case report.Journal of medical case reports · 2025Article
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Abstract
Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCDs), a subset of ciliary motility disorders, includes the rare hereditary illness Kartagener syndrome (KS). Sinusitis, situs inversus, and bronchiectasis, brought on by aberrant ciliary activity, are its defining features. We describe a case of an 18-year-old female with a history of recurrent respiratory complaints and chronic sinusitis. Additional testing confirmed the diagnosis of KS by identifying situs inversus, chronic bronchiectasis, and nasal polyps. This instance emphasizes the value of prompt KS diagnosis and treatment to avoid consequences. Supportive pulmonary care, antibiotics, and chest physical therapy are frequently employed, despite the lack of therapeutic standards. To further understand and manage this illness, more research is required. Patients with recurrent respiratory infections and structural lung disease can identify KS early.
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