In:
World Journal of Clinical Cases, Baishideng Publishing Group Inc., Vol. 12, No. 8 ( 2024-3-16), p. 1474-1480
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. CASE SUMMARY 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.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
2307-8960
DOI:
10.12998/wjcc.v12.i8.1474
Language:
Unknown
Publisher:
Baishideng Publishing Group Inc.
Publication Date:
2024
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2864414-1
