Misdiagnosis of Underlying Causes of Emphysema
| About underlying conditions: With a diagnosis of Emphysema, it is important to consider whether there is an underlying condition causing Emphysema. These are other medical conditions that may possibly cause Emphysema. For general information on this form of misdiagnosis, see Underlying Condition Misdiagnosis or Overview of Misdiagnosis |
Underlying conditions list: The list of possible underlying conditions mentioned in various sources for Emphysema includes:
- COPD
- Chronic bronchitis
- Smoking
- Congenital deficiency of alpha-l-antitrypsin - causing Familial emphysema
Emphysema as a complication: Other conditions that might have Emphysema as a complication might be potential underlying conditions. The list of conditions listing Emphysema as a complication includes:
Last revision: April 10, 2003
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