Pulmonary artery aneurysm-related fatal hemoptysis in Behcet's disease: A case report with literature review

Abstract

Introduction: Behcet's disease is a multisystemic disorder of unknown etiology. Vascular involvement is identified by the development of aneurysms and occlusion of the vessels. the current report aimed to discuss a case of Behcet disease presented with a bilateral pulmonary aneurysm. Case presentation: A 41-year-old woman presented with recurrent attacks of hemoptysis for two years.  a chest computed tomography scan bilateral pulmonary artery aneurysm. Repeated bronchoscopy showed bleeding from the right lower lobe bronchus. She underwent a right-side thoracotomy with a right lower lobectomy. She was scheduled for left-side intervention as well.  Before discharge, she was seen by a rheumatologist and was diagnosed with a case of Behcet disease. She developed attacks of massive hemoptysis (huge and bright blood) after two weeks which led to her passing away. Conclusion: Although it is rare, Behcet disease could involve major arteries and lead to fatal complications. Surgical intervention remained a viable option for the management.