Plastic bronchitis caused by Haemophilus influenzae

Abstract

Key message Plastic bronchitis is characterized by sputum obstructing the bronchus and causing atelectasis. Bronchoscopic removal of the clogged bronchial cast is typically performed, but small‐diameter bronchoscopes with narrow suction ports cannot achieve adequate suction. Suction using a bronchoscope as a guide sheath may be effective for treating plastic bronchitis in children.

Keywords

• atelectasis
• bronchoscopy
• chest radiography
• Haemophilus influenzae
• plastic bronchitis