Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA)
- epidemiology
- signs and symptoms
- diagnosis
- pathophysiology
- causes and risk factors
- treatments
- course
- patient education
- community resources
- references
ABPA results from hypersensitivity reaction to the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus.
Epidemiology
ABPA is an important complication of asthma and cystic fibrosis.
Signs and Symptoms
Diagnosis
Pathophysiology
ABPA is characterized by intense airway inflammation with eosinophils and the formation of mucus plugs.
Neutrophils and deficiency of the anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-10 may be involved.
Periods of exacerbation and remission can lead to bronchiectasis and fibrotic lung disease.
Causes and Risk Factors
Treatments
Course
Patient Education
Community Resources
References