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Karanam Gowrinath1, Baddukonda Appala Ramakrishna, Vissa Shanthi
1Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Narayana Medical College, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India.
Lung India : Official Organ of Indian Chest Society
|June 7, 2013
Summary
A rare tracheal papillary adenoma was diagnosed in a 62-year-old male smoker with recurrent hemoptysis. Flexible bronchoscopy with forceps biopsy provided an uncomplicated and accurate diagnosis of this benign tracheal tumor.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Tracheal papillary adenoma is an uncommon benign neoplasm.
- Recurrent hemoptysis can be a presenting symptom.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a case of tracheal papillary adenoma.
- To highlight diagnostic methods for this rare condition.
Main Methods:
- Case presentation of a 62-year-old male smoker.
- Diagnostic flexible bronchoscopy with forceps biopsy.
- Tumor localization in the upper trachea.
Main Results:
- Successful and uncomplicated biopsy.
- Histopathological diagnosis of papillary adenoma.
- Tumor identified in the upper third of the trachea.
Conclusions:
- Flexible bronchoscopy with biopsy is effective for diagnosing tracheal papillary adenoma.
- Early diagnosis is crucial for managing rare tracheal tumors.
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