Recurrent malignant thymoma diagnosed by EUS-guided Trucut biopsy - 19/08/11
| Commentary The thymus gland involutes with aging and an enlarged thymus gland must be defined in individuals of this patient’s age. Thymoma is the most common tumor of the anterior superior mediastinum and is associated with myasthenia gravis and rarely with acquired hypogammaglobulinemia. Thymic neoplasms also include lymphoma, carcinoid, and germ cell tumors, so accurate diagnosis is important. EUS-TCB is a useful technique when lesions cannot be diagnosed by cytology alone. Lawrence J. Brandt, MD Associate Editor of Focal Points |
Vol 63 - N° 6
P. 859-860 - mai 2006 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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