Question
Recently, a child with a cold and fever, recurrent bronchitis that has not improved, was found to have pediatric unilateral pulmonary opacity syndrome upon hospital examination. What causes this condition?
Answer
Pediatric unilateral pulmonary opacity syndrome is typically caused by lung infections, especially early lung infections may be latent for this condition. Anomalies in the pulmonary artery are more common in cases of high pulmonary opacity on one side, most often due to non-typical proliferation of the lungs, and very rarely due to absent pulmonary arteries. Children with unilateral pulmonary opacity syndrome should actively cooperate with medical treatment. Since the condition is often caused by infection and the symptoms are not obvious, surgery is generally not required. It is recommended to maintain a healthy living environment to help recover sooner.