Kartagener's Syndrome

Exam Cram

• Kartagener Syndrome is a rare, genetic disorder of the cilia (hairs) of the respiratory tract and fallopian tube

• Presentation: bronchiectasis, sinus infections, infertility, dextrocardia

• Diagnosis: symptoms, impaired cilia function, biopsy and genetic studies

• Management: physiotherapy (chest), antibiotics, hearing tests

Outline

Med Reg Notes

All patients have primary ciliary dyskinesia. 

Dextrocadia: 50%

Resources and References

1. https://www.cuh.nhs.uk/patient-information/kartageners-syndrome/

2. Skeik N, Jabr FI. Kartagener syndrome. Int J Gen Med. 2011 Jan 12;4:41-3. doi: 10.2147/IJGM.S16181. PMID: 21403791; PMCID: PMC3056330.

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