Pulmonary artery aneurysm induced by lung abscess

Abstract

Key message Physicians should consider a pulmonary artery aneurysm complication in patients presenting with hemoptysis during treatment for a pulmonary abscess. Contrast‐enhanced CT or angiography is recommended for diagnosis, followed by pulmonary embolization for treatment.

Keywords

• lung abscess
• pulmonary artery aneurysm
• transcatheter arterial embolization