An unusual finding of pneumothorax in Kartagener's syndrome: A case report and review of the literature

Abstract

Kartagener's syndrome is a subdivision of primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD)/immotile-cilia syndrome that includes situs inversus, bronchiectasis, sinusitis, and infertility. Although the symptoms appear early, it remains undiagnosed for years. We are reporting an unusual presentation of Kartagener's syndrome as pneumothorax, which has seldom been reported. Kartagener's syndrome presenting as pneumothorax is very unlikely and is one of the rare complications associated with Kartagener's syndrome. Early diagnosis is crucial for preliminary counseling of patients about PCD-associated infertility and to prevent respiratory complications.

Keywords

• immotile-cilia syndrome
• kartagener's syndrome
• pneumothorax
• primary ciliary dyskinesia