{Reference Type}: Case Reports
{Title}: Lipoid pneumonia induced by aspiration of liquid paraffin.
{Author}: Siebert K;Jassem E;Porzezińska M;Jelitto M;Bernard W;
{Journal}: Ann Agric Environ Med
{Volume}: 31
{Issue}: 1
{Year}: 2024 Mar 25
{Factor}: 1.603
{DOI}: 10.26444/aaem/168783
{Abstract}: <B>BACKGROUND: </B>This case report describes a case of exogenous lipoid pneumonia (ELP) resulting from the inhalation of a lipoid substance. Lipoid pneumonia, also known as cholesterol pneumonia or golden pneumonia, is an uncommon inflammatory lung disease characterized by the presence of lipid-laden macrophages in the alveolar walls and lung interstitial tissue. Exogenous lipoid pneumonia occurs when substances containing lipids enter the airways through aspiration or inhalation, triggering an inflammatory response.<BR><B>METHODS: </B>The patient in this case study was an 83-year-old woman with hypertension and diabetes mellitus who had been using paraffin oil as a mouthwash for an extended period. The diagnosis of exogenous lipoid pneumonia was established based on the patient's history of exposure to liquid paraffin oil, typical radiological findings, and histopathological examination.