Multilocular thymic cysts can be easily misdiagnosed as malignant tumor on computer tomography: A case report.
World J Clin Cases
; 12(8): 1474-1480, 2024 Mar 16.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Multilocular thymic cyst (MTC) is a rare mediastinal lesion which is considered to occur in the process of acquired inflammation. It is usually characterized by well-defined cystic density and is filled with transparent liquid. CASESUMMARY:
We report on a 39-year-old male with a cystic-solid mass in the anterior mediastinum. Computer tomography (CT) imaging showed that the mass was irregular with unclear boundaries. After injection of contrast agent, there was a slight enhancement of stripes and nodules. According to CT findings, it was diagnosed as thymic cancer.CONCLUSION:
After surgery, MTC accompanied by bleeding and infection was confirmed by pathological examination. The main lesson of this case was that malignant thymic tumor and MTC of the anterior mediastinum sometimes exhibit similar CT findings. Caution is necessary in clinical work to avoid misdiagnosis.
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MEDLINE
Langue:
En
Journal:
World J Clin Cases
Année:
2024
Type de document:
Article
Pays d'affiliation:
Chine
Pays de publication:
États-Unis d'Amérique