Characteristics (n = 40) | |
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Symptoms | |
Persistent cough | 23 (57.5%) |
Dyspnea | 26 (65%) |
Persistent wheezing | 40 (100%) |
Cyanosis (reported episodes) | 9 (22.5%) |
Physical examination | |
Increased anterior-posterior chest diameter | 23 (57.5%) |
Cushing syndrome-like aspect | 8 (20%) |
Clubbing fingers | 7 (17.5%) |
Watch glass nails | 2 (5%) |
Pulmonary auscultation | Diffuse crackles = 24 (60%) |
Localized crackles = 7 (17.5%) | |
Wheezing = 33 (82.5%) |