Crisis carcinoide como una causa poco frecuente de choque distributivo / Carcinoid crisis as a rare cause of distributive shock

Los tumores neuroendocrinos son neoplasias que suelen tener un comportamiento clínico maligno, son provenientes de células entero cromafines y/o células productoras de gastrina. Según su origen anatómico, se clasifican en tumores del intestino anterior (comprometen estómago, duodeno, pulmones y páncreas), intestino medio (parte distal del duodeno) e intestino posterior (colon transverso hasta el recto). El síndrome carcinoide, presente en la mitad de los casos al momento del diagnóstico, se caracteriza por desencadenar episodios de diarrea, taquicardia, hipotensión, rubor (por el desarrollo de telangiectasias), y según la gravedad, valvulopatías cardiacas. Por otro lado, la crisis carcinoide, una complicación infrecuente, está relacionada con episodios de choque, que cuando ocurren son consecuencia de la liberación en la circulación sistémica de aminas vasoactivas, posterior a un evento desencadenante. A continuación, se presenta el caso de un paciente masculino con antecedente de un tumor neuroendocrino de intestino delgado, quien luego de ser llevado a embolización de metástasis hepáticas, presentó una crisis carcinoide, y finalmente un choque distributivo refractario a tratamientos convencionales, incluyendo octreotide y vasopresores, que culminó con la muerte del paciente. Se realiza la discusión del caso clínico y la presentación de la literatura disponible, donde se describe la epidemiología, patogénesis, diagnóstico, clínica y tratamiento de esta entidad

Neuroendocrine tumors are neoplasms that usually have a malignant clinical behavior. They arise from enterochromaffin-like and/or gastrin-producing cells. According to their anatomical location they can be classified as foregut tumors (af- fecting stomach, duodenum, lungs and pancreas), midgut tumors (affecting distal portion of the duodenum) and hindgut tumors (affecting transverse colon to rectum). Carcinoid syndrome, occurring in half of the cases at the time of diagnosis, is characterized by episodes of diarrhea, tachycardia, hypotension, flushing (due to telangiectasia), and heart valve disease depending on their severity. On the other hand, the carcinoid crisis, a rare complication that is related to episodes of shock, occur as a consequence of the release of vasoactive amines into the systemic circulation after a triggering event. Here we describe a case of a male patient with a history of neuroendocrine neoplasm, who after embolization of hepatic metastatic lesions presented a carcinoid crisis, ending with a vasodilatory shock, refractory to conventional treatment including octreotide and vasopressors, which resulted in the death of the patient. A discussion of the clinical report and a review of the available literature are presented, including the epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, clinical manifestations and treatment of this entity

An unusual finding of tumorlet carcinoid and endobronchial hamartoma in the lobar bronchus / Hallazgo inusual de tumorlet carcinoide y hamartoma endobronquial en el bronquio lobar

SUMMARY: Neuroendocrine lung tumours are a group of different tumours that have similar morphological, immunohistochemical and molecular characteristics, and represents 1-2 % of all malignant lung tumours. Tumorlet carcinoids represent the nodular proliferation of hyperplastic neuroendocrine cells that is smaller than 5 mm in size. In this study, we reported the unusual finding of tumour carcinoid and endobronchial hamartoma in the same bronchus. A 49-year-old male patient with symptoms of prolonged severe cough and fever, and was treated for pneumonia. Since he did not adequately respond to antibiotic therapy lung CT scan was performed which showed middle lobe bronchus obstruction. Bronchoscopy revealed a lobulated whitish tumour which was biopsied and histopathological diagnosis was hamartoma. Tumour could not be completely removed during bronchoscopy, it was decided to surgically remove it. On serial section, during gross examination in the same bronchus, an oval yellowish area with a diameter of 3 mm was found along the bronchial wall. According to gross and histomorphological characteristics and immunophenotype of tumour cells, the diagnosis of tumour carcinoid was set. Diagnosis of carcinoids of the tumorlet type is usually an accidental finding and it can be seen on CT in the form of subcentimeter, single or multiple, nodular changes. Considering that the clinical picture is nonspecific, they should always be kept in mind as a possible differential diagnosis.

RESUMEN: Los tumores neuroendocrinos de pulmón son un grupo de tumores de diferentes características morfológicas, inmunohistoquímicas y moleculares similares, y representan el 1- 2 % de todos los tumores malignos de pulmón. Los carcinoides tumorales representan la proliferación nodular de células neuroendocrinas hiperplásicas de tamaño inferior a 5 mm. En este estudio reportamos el hallazgo inusual de tumor carcinoide y hamartoma endobronquial en el mismo bronquio. Un paciente varón de 49 años con síntomas de tos severa prolongada y fiebre fue tratado por neumonía. Al no responder adecuadamente a la terapia con antibióticos, se realizó una tomografía computarizada de pulmón que mostró obstrucción del bronquio del lóbulo medio. La broncoscopia reveló una tumoración blanquecina lobulada de la cual se tomó biopsia y el diagnóstico histopatológico fue hamartoma. No fue posible extirpar el tumor por completo durante la broncoscopia y se decidió extirparlo quirúrgicamente. En la sección seriada, durante el examen macroscópico en el mismo bronquio, se encontró un área amarillenta ovalada de 3 mm de diámetro a lo largo de la pared bronquial. De acuerdo a las características macroscópicas e histomorfológicas y de inmunofenotipo de las células tumorales, se estableció el diagnóstico de tumor carcinoide. El diagnóstico de carcinoides de tipo tumorlet suele ser un hallazgo accidental y se observan en la TC en forma de cambios nodulares subcentimétricos, únicos o múltiples. En consideración de que el cuadro clínico es inespecífico, siempre debe tenerse en cuenta como posible diagnóstico diferencial.

Cutaneous metastasis on the nasal tip: first clinical sign of pulmonary carcinoid tumor

Abstract Skin metastases are rare and may occur in the context of a known metastatic disease or be the first clinical sign of an underlying primary tumor. In the case of carcinoid neoplasms, determining whether the cutaneous tumor is primary or secondary and identifying the tumor origin in metastatic cases is not always an easy task. This is the report of a case of cutaneous metastasis presenting as the first clinical manifestation of a previously unknown pulmonary carcinoid tumor, including the discussion of histopathological and immunohistochemical findings that allowed an adequate diagnosis of the tumor etiology and reinforces the importance for dermatologists and dermatopathologists to be familiar with these findings.

Cyclic ACTH-secreting thymic carcinoid: a case report and review of the literature

SUMMARY Cyclic Cushing's syndrome (CS) due to thymic carcinoid is a rare disorder. We report a case of cyclic CS due to ectopic adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)-secreting atypical thymic carcinoid tumor and reviewed similar cases published in the literature. Our patient had hypercortisolemia lasting approximately one month, followed by normal cortisol secretion, with relapse one year later. Histopathology revealed an atypical ACTH-positive thymic carcinoid. Ectopic CS can be derived from atypical thymic carcinoids, which can be aggressive tumors with early relapse, suggesting that this type of tumor probably needs aggressive treatment.

Tumor carcinoide atípico solitario de timo: una entidad inusual que no debemos olvidar / Solitary atipic carcinoid tumor of the thymus: an unusual entity that we should not forget

Resumen: Los tumores neuroendocrinos primarios (NET) del mediastino son muy raros. Presentamos el caso de un tumor carcinoide atípico primario de timo. Un hombre de 52 años que fue a un examen médico porque se quejaba de tos no productiva sin hemoptisis. Se solicitó una radiografía de tórax donde se evidenció un mediastino notablemente ensanchado, con una tomografía de tórax que mostro una masa tumoral de 90 x 50 mm en el mediastino anterosuperior que comprime el arco aórtico y la arteria pulmonar sin un plano de clivaje adecuado. Debido a que el tumor era infiltrativo, se proporcionó escisión quirúrgica completa, quimioterapia y radioterapia al mediastino. El objetivo principal de nuestro estudio fue evaluar los hallazgos de CT y MRI con relación a la literatura mundial.

Abstract: Primary neuroendocrine tumors (NET) of the mediastinum are very rare. We present the case of a primary atypical carcinoid tumor of the thymus. A 52-year-old man who went to a medical examination because he complained of a non-productive cough without hemoptysis. A chest radiograph was requested where a markedly widened mediastinum was evidenced, with a thoracic tomography showing a tumor mass of 90 x 50 mm in the anterosuperior mediastinum that compresses the aortic arch and pulmonary artery without an adequate cleavage plane. Because the tumor was infiltrative, complete surgical excision, chemotherapy and radiotherapy were provided to the mediastinum. The main objective of our study was to evaluate the findings of CT and MRI in relation to universal literature.

Tumor carcinoide na vesícula biliar em cão / Carcinoid gallbladder tumor in a dog

Carcinoid is a neoplasia that arises from dispersed cells of the neuroendocrine system. This tumor is uncommon in animals, and its occurrence in the gallbladder is rare. A male Basset Hound dog's corpse was taken to the Univerdade Federal de Minas Gerais to be analyzed by the Veterinary Pathology sector, without a description of its previous history. Necropsy revealed the presence of pale oral, ocular and penile mucous membranes. The gallbladder had a thickened wall and a dilated lumen, which was filled with dark and lumpy bile. Its mucosa had a whitish-red nodule, with solid and friable areas. Microscopically, there was a focal neoplastic proliferation, which wasn't encapsulated and had imprecise limits, which cells were distributed in a solid pattern and separated by a delicate fibrovascular stroma. The neoplastic cells presented oval or round shaped nucleus, which had a chromatin predominantly loose, and one or two nucleoli. Their cytoplasm was moderately abundant, and in most of the cells it was eosinophilic, granular, and had well-defined limits. Using the Grimelius coloration, neoplastic cells' cytoplasmic granules stained brownish or black, confirming the neuroendocrine origin of the neoplasia. Based on the macroscopic and microscopic findings, the diagnosis of a gallbladder carcinoid was established.(AU)

Tumor neuroendocrino primario testicular: reporte de un caso y revisión de la literatura / Primary neuroendocrine tumor of the testis. A case report and literature review

Los tumores neuroendocrinos primarios del testículo son una entidad muy infrecuente, dando cuenta del 1% de las neoplasias testicu-lares. Clínicamente se presentan indolentes, por una masa testicular. En tumores localizados, rara vez presentan síndrome carcinoide. La orquiectomía radical es el tratamiento de elección; el pronóstico es excelente en etapas precoces. Las terapias adyuvantes no han mostrado utilidad.Se presenta un caso de un hombre de 53 años con una masa testicular palpable de larga evolución. Se realiza orquiectomía radical. La biopsia muestra un tumor neuroendocrino bien diferenciado. Sin evidencia de metástasis en etapificación. Se define en comité onco-lógico, realizar seguimiento.

Rectal carcinoid tumor: diagnosis and management / Tumor carcinoide de reto: diagnóstico e orientação

ABSTRACT The authors present a case of rectal carcinoid tumor in an asymptomatic patient who sought a coloproctology service with the purpose of colorectal cancer prevention. During colonoscopy, a polyp lesion was found in the rectum, and it was resected with a polypectomy loop. Anatomopathological examination revealed a rectal carcinoid tumor with compromised margins. The lesion site was resected again and pathological exam no longer showed neoplasia. A systematic review of the issue was performed, discussing diagnosis aspects, difficulties in the choice of therapeutic approaches, and prognosis. The conclusion is that the rarity of the disease brings difficulties in the choice of treatment; although it has a good prognosis in most cases, its malignant potential cannot be underestimated.

RESUMO Apresentamos um caso clínico de um tumor carcinóide de reto em um paciente assintomático que procurou um serviço de colo-proctologia com o objetivo de fazer prevenção ao câncer colorretal. Durante a colonoscopia observou-se uma lesão polipóide no reto, a qual foi ressecada com alça de polipectomia. O exame anatomopatológico evidenciou tumor carcinóide de reto com comprometimento de margem. O local foi novamente ressecado e o resultado patológico não mais evidenciou neoplasia. Neste artigo é feita uma revisão bibliográfica do assunto abordando aspectos diagnósticos, dificuldade na escolha da conduta terapêutica e prognóstica. O trabalho conclui que a raridade do caso implica em dificuldades na escolha da conduta e que apesar de ter bom prognóstico, em uma parcela dos casos o seu potencial maligno não deve ser desprezado.

Distribución Topográfica y Manejo de Tumores Neuroendocrinos del Tubo Digestivo / Topographic Distribution and Management of Neuroendocrine Tumors of the Digestive Tube

Introducción: Los tumores neuroendocrinos (TNE) son un grupo de neoplasias que se originan a partir de células enterocromafínicas, especialmente ubicadas en el tubo digestivo. El objetivo del presente estudio es escribir la distribución topográfica, el manejo multidisciplinario y diagnóstico patológico según la OMS de los tumores neuroendocrinos del tubo digestivo. Métodos: El presente es un estudio descriptivo, retrospectivo de los casos con diagnóstico anatomopatológico confirmado de tumor neuroendocrino localizados en el tubo digestivo entre enero del 2011 a diciembre del 2018 en el Instituto Oncológico Nacional del Ecuador- SOLCA de Guayaquil. Se describe topografía y tipo de tratamiento establecido con frecuencias y porcentajes. Resultados: Ingresaron al estudio 21 casos. La localización más frecuente fue el apéndice cecal n = 8 (38 %), en estómago n=4 (19 %), intestino delgado n=3 (14 %). El diagnóstico patológico en estadio G1 (65 %); G2 (24%) y G3 (12%). La primera línea de tratamiento fue la cirugía con intención curativa n=19 (90.5 %) y tratamiento endoscópico n=2 (9.5 %). Los pacientes sometidos a cirugía, n=16/19; (84 %) obtuvieron niveles de resección 0 (R0) y permanecieron en observación clínica, los demás sujetos en el estudio recibieron tratamiento adyuvante con somatostatina sola n=1 (4.8 %) o combinación de somatostatina y radioterapia n=2 (9.5 %). Conclusión: El diagnóstico de tumor neuroendocrino de tubo digestivo es una etiología oncológica poco frecuente. El tratamiento quirúrgico en esta serie de casos está enfocada en una acción curativa de tipo quirúrgico.

Introduction: Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) are a group of neoplasms that originate from enterochromaffin cells, especially located in the digestive tract. The objective of the present study is to write the topographic distribution, the multidisciplinary management and pathological diagnosis according to the WHO of the neuroendocrine tumors of the digestive tract. Methods: This is a descriptive, retrospective study of the cases with a confirmed anatomopathological diagnosis of neuroendocrine tumor located in the digestive tract between January 2011 to December 2018 at the National Oncology Institute of Ecuador- SOLCA of Guayaquil. The topography and type of treatment established with frequencies and percentages are described. Results: 21 cases were entered into the study. The most frequent location was the cecal appendix n = 8 (38%), stomach n = 4 (19%), small intestine n = 3 (14%). The pathological diagnosis in stage G1 (65%); G2 (24%) and G3 (12%). The first line of treatment was surgery with curative intent n = 19 (90.5%) and endoscopic treatment n = 2 (9.5%). Patients undergoing surgery, n = 16/19; (84%) obtained resection levels 0 (R0) and remained under clinical observation, the other subjects in the study received adjuvant treatment with somatostatin alone n = 1 (4.8%) or combination of somatostatin and radiotherapy n = 2 (9.5%). Conclusion: The diagnosis of neuroendocrine tumor of the digestive tract is a rare oncological etiology. The surgical treatment in this series of cases is focused on a surgical action of a surgical type.

Bronchial carcinoid tumors: second primary neoplasms and outcomes of surgical treatment / Tumores carcinoides brônquicos: segunda neoplasia primária e desfechos do tratamento cirúrgico

ABSTRACT Objective: To analyze determinants of prognosis in patients with bronchial carcinoid tumors treated surgically and the potential concomitance of such tumors with second primary neoplasms. Methods: This was a retrospective analysis of 51 bronchial carcinoid tumors treated surgically between 2007 and 2016. Disease-free survival (DFS) was calculated by the Kaplan-Meier method, and determinants of prognosis were evaluated. Primary neoplasms that were concomitant with the bronchial carcinoid tumors were identified by reviewing patient charts. Results: The median age was 51.2 years, 58.8% of the patients were female, and 52.9% were asymptomatic. The most common histology was typical carcinoid (in 80.4%). Five-year DFS was 89.8%. Ki-67 expression was determined in 27 patients, and five-year DFS was better among the patients in whom Ki-67 expression was ≤ 5% than among those in whom it was > 5% (100% vs. 47.6%; p = 0.01). Concomitant primary neoplasms were observed in 14 (27.4%) of the 51 cases. Among the concomitant primary neoplasms that were malignant, the most common was lung adenocarcinoma, which was observed in 3 cases. Concomitant primary neoplasms were more common in patients who were asymptomatic and in those with small tumors. Conclusions: Surgical resection is the mainstay treatment of bronchopulmonary carcinoid tumors and confers a good prognosis. Bronchial carcinoid tumors are likely to be accompanied by second primary neoplasms.

RESUMO Objetivo: Analisar os determinantes do prognóstico em pacientes com tumores carcinoides brônquicos tratados cirurgicamente e possível segunda neoplasia primária concomitante. Métodos: Trata-se de uma análise retrospectiva de 51 tumores carcinoides brônquicos tratados cirurgicamente entre 2007 e 2016. A sobrevida livre de doença (SLD) foi calculada pelo método de Kaplan-Meier, e os determinantes do prognóstico foram avaliados. As neoplasias primárias concomitantes aos tumores carcinoides brônquicos foram identificadas por meio da análise dos prontuários dos pacientes. Resultados: A mediana de idade foi de 51,2 anos, 58,8% dos pacientes eram do sexo feminino e 52,9% eram assintomáticos. A classificação histológica mais comum foi carcinoide típico (em 80,4%). A SLD em cinco anos foi de 89,8%. A expressão de Ki-67 foi determinada em 27 pacientes, e a SLD em cinco anos foi melhor nos pacientes nos quais a expressão de Ki-67 foi ≤ 5% do que naqueles nos quais a expressão de Ki-67 foi > 5% (100% vs. 47,6%; p = 0,01). Neoplasias primárias concomitantes foram observadas em 14 (27,4%) dos 51 casos. Entre as neoplasias primárias malignas concomitantes, a mais comum foi o adenocarcinoma pulmonar, observado em 3 casos. Neoplasias primárias concomitantes foram mais comuns em pacientes assintomáticos e naqueles com tumores pequenos. Conclusões: A resseção cirúrgica é o principal tratamento de tumores carcinoides broncopulmonares e propicia um bom prognóstico. É provável que tumores carcinoides brônquicos se relacionem com segunda neoplasia primária.

Tumor carcinoide atípico de timo / Atypic Thymic Carcinoid Tumor

Los tumores de timo son formaciones poco frecuentes que constituyen el 50% de las masas ocupantes del mediastino anterior, con una incidencia de 0.5/millón personas/año. Componen un grupo heterogéneo de lesiones, con una amplia gradación de aspectos morfológicos siendo el timoma y el carcinoma de timo los más frecuentes. Sin embargo, hay otros subtipos más raros como los timolipomas, timomas quísticos, linfomas, tumores de células germinales y los carcinoides típicos y atípicos. Estos últimos representan el 2% de los tumores de timo1, 2. Los tumores neuroendocrinos en el timo, fueron descriptos por primera vez por Rosai e Higa3 . El número total de casos reportados internacionalmente hasta la fecha es de aproximadamente 400 y el carcinoide atípico de esta glándula constituye un grupo muy poco frecuente entre éstos, con una incidencia anual cercana al 0.18/1.000.000 de personas. El número total de casos de carcinoides atípicos de timo publicados internacionalmente hasta la fecha es algo mayor de 1004, 5 . Con la finalidad de contribuir a la bibliografía, se presenta una observación de carcinoide atípico de timo

Tumor neuroendocrino ileal con síndrome carcinoide de difícil control / Neuroendocrine ileal tumor with difficult to control carcinoid syndrome

Resumen Los tumores neuroendocrinos son neoplasias infrecuentes y de abordaje complejo. Actualmente se necesitan más ensayos clínicos aleatorizados para establecer el manejo óptimo de los pacientes afectados por metástasis hepáticas no resecables. Aportamos un caso de TNE metastásico en el que se indicó trasplante hepático por sintomatología derivada del síndrome carcinoide no controlable con el tratamiento médico habitual. (Acta Med Colomb 2018; 43: 161-164).

Abstract Neuroendocrine tumors are infrequent neoplasms with a complex approach. Currently, more randomized clinical trials are needed to establish the optimal management of patients affected by unresectable liver metastases. A case of metastatic NET in which hepatic transplantation was indicated due to symptoms derived from the carcinoid syndrome that cannot be controlled with the usual medical treatment is provided.

Endobronchial carcinoid tumor: Radiological findings of a clinical case / Tumor carcinoide endobrônquico: aspectos radiológicos em um caso clínico

Summary We describe the case of a female patient, 21 years old, complaining of dyspnea attacks and wheezing 2 years ago. Chest radiography showed volume loss in the left lower lobe and ipsilateral retrocardiac triangular basal opacity. CT scan showed an extensive solid mass with apex protruding into the left main and lower lobar bronchi, causing distal atelectasis. Histopathological and immunohistochemical study of transbronchial biopsy of the lesion revealed a typical carcinoid tumor, confirmed after tumor resection with total left pneumectomy.

Resumo Descrevemos um caso de paciente do gênero feminino, 21 anos, apresentando crises de dispneia e sibilância há 2 anos. Radiografia torácica evidenciou perda volumétrica do lobo inferior esquerdo e opacidade triangular basal retrocardíaca ipsilateral. Tomografia computadorizada mostrou formação expansiva sólida com ápice protruindo para o interior dos brônquios principal e lobar inferior esquerdos, promovendo atelectasia distal. Estudos anatomopatológico e imuno-histoquímico após biópsia transbrônquica da lesão diagnosticaram um tumor carcinoide típico, confirmado após ressecção tumoral com pneumectomia total esquerda.

Asociación de tumorlet pulmonar con segundas neoplasias / Pulmonary tumorlet associated with second neoplasia

Los tumorlets son tumores neuroendocrinos pulmonares menores a 0.5 cm, de evolución benigna y habitualmente asintomáticos. Su diagnóstico es importante para realizar la diferenciación con otras afecciones neuroendocrinas y enfermedad metastásica de otro origen, que requerirán una intervención terapéutica. Se presenta un caso de dicha entidad asociada a otros tumores.

Tumorlets are pulmonary neuroendocrine tumors smaller than 0.5 cm. They are benign and usually asymptomatic. Their diagnosis is important so as to differentiate them from other neuroendocrine pathologies that require therapeutic intervention. We report a case of such entity and a discussion on the subject that can contribute to highlight the importance of diagnosing this entity.

Tumores neuroendocrinos de origen pulmonar: reporte de un caso / Neuroendocrine tumors of lung’s origin, a case report

Introduction or case story: Young female patient (24 years-old), without known morbid precedents. She comes for a ten-days period of symptoms characterized by fever of up to 38.5 °C and a dyspnoea grade III. Physical exam showed decreased vesicular murmur on the right pulmonary base with dullness and positive vocal vibrations. Exams: Thorax X-ray: Atelectasis condensation on the right pulmonary base. CT chest scan without contrast: Nodule located in an intermediate bronchus which generates atelectasis in the basal bronchi. Fibro-bronchoscopy (FOB): A tumour-like injury blocking 100% of the right intermediate bronchus’ duct. Biopsy: Pulmonary tissue with haemorrhagic areas, granular tissue with small cellular clusters of lobular disposal and glandular shape with eccentric central nuclei cells, with homogenous chromatin and without atypical mitosis. Immunohistochemistry: Intensely positive cells to synaptophysin and CD56. Diagnosis: Neuroendocrine Typical Carcinoid Tumor. Comments: The patient evolves without progression of dyspnoea, she is waiting for a surgical resolution of tumour at National Institute of Thorax.

Introducción o historia del caso: Mujer joven de 24 años de edad, sin antecedentes mórbidos, acudió por cuadro de 10 días de evolución, de fiebre de hasta 38,5 °C y disnea grado III. Al examen físico destacó a nivel pulmonar: murmullo pulmonar disminuido en base pulmonar derecha, matidez de la misma zona y vibraciones vocales positivas. Exámenes: Radiografía de Tórax: Condensación atelectásica en base pulmonar derecha. TAC de Tórax sin contraste: Imagen nodular a nivel de bronquio intermedio, que genera atelectasia en bronquios basales. Fibrobroncoscopía (FBC): Lesión tumoral que ocluye el 100% del lumen para bronquio intermedio derecho. Biopsia: Tejido pulmonar con áreas de hemorragia, tejido granulatorio y tumor con acúmulos celulares de disposición lobular y glanduliforme, con núcleos centrales excéntricos, cromatina homogénea, sin atipias. Inmunohistoquímica: Células intensamente positivas para sinaptofisina, y CD-56. Diagnóstico: Tumor Neuroendocrino Carcinoide típico Comentarios: Paciente evoluciona sin progresión de su disnea, esperando resolución quirúrgica del tumor en Instituto Nacional del Tórax.

Tumor carcinoide bronquial en pediatría: reporte de caso / Bronchial carcinoid tumor in pediatrics: Report of a case

Los tumores primarios de pulmón son poco frecuentes en el paciente pediátrico. Dentro de ellos, el tumor carcinoide bronquial es el más común. Clínicamente, su manifestación más usual es como infección respiratoria a repetición; sin embargo, su presentación puede ser variada. Reportamos el caso de una paciente de catorce años de edad con clínica de dolor torácico y síntomas respiratorios.

Lung priman- tumors are bizarra in pediátrica. Among them, carcinoid bronchtal tumor is the most common. The claaaical mamíestation is recurrent respiratory tract infectton, but the clinical presentaron can be variable. We report the case of a 14 years-old patient with chest pain and respiratory symptoms.