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Jefferson Fontinele e Silva1, Melânio de Paula Barbosa, Cláudio Luiz Viegas
1Hospital de Base do Distrito Federal, Brasília, DF, Brasil. jefejane@hotmail.com
Summary
Pancoast syndrome, usually caused by non-small cell lung cancer, can rarely stem from small cell lung carcinoma. This case highlights the importance of considering less common causes for this condition.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Oncology
Background:
- Pancoast syndrome presents with signs and symptoms due to tumors in the pulmonary apex.
- It is typically caused by neoplasms, most commonly bronchogenic carcinoma.
Observation:
- The majority of Pancoast syndrome cases involve adenocarcinoma and epidermoid carcinoma.
- Small cell lung carcinoma is rarely reported as a cause of Pancoast syndrome.
Findings:
- This report details a case of Pancoast syndrome specifically caused by small cell lung carcinoma.
- The study discusses diagnostic and treatment considerations for this rare presentation.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering small cell lung carcinoma in Pancoast syndrome diagnosis.
- Contributes to understanding the varied etiology of Pancoast syndrome and its management.