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December 8, 2025Egyptian Journal of BronchologyOpen Access

A lobe lost and a vein misplaced: an adult’s tale of scimitar syndrome

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SRSharma Rahul

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Overview

Case report reveals right lung hypoplasia and IVC anatomic anomalies, suggesting the need for awareness of scimitar syndrome in adults.

Key Points

  • Respiratory symptoms are common in patients with scimitar syndrome, indicating possible underlying anomalies.
  • A 60-year-old female presented with dyspnea due to right lung hypoplasia and anomalous drainage to the IVC.
  • Imaging studies confirmed the diagnosis, highlighting diagnostic challenges in adult presentations.
  • Awareness of scimitar syndrome in adults is crucial to prevent delays in diagnosis and management.

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Sharma Rahul (2025) studied this question.

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