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Alveolar adenoma resected by thoracoscopic surgery
Luming Wang1, Xiaoling Wang, Azmat Rustam
1Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.
Summary
Alveolar adenoma is a rare benign lung tumor. This report details a successful surgical case, highlighting positive outcomes after treatment.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Thoracic Surgery
- Oncology
Background:
- Alveolar adenoma is a rare benign pulmonary neoplasm.
- Fewer than 35 cases reported globally since 1986.
- Typically presents asymptomatically.
Observation:
- A 48-year-old woman presented with alveolar adenoma.
- The patient underwent thoracoscopic lobectomy.
- Post-operative follow-up was conducted.
Findings:
- The patient experienced a positive outcome following surgery.
- No recurrence or complications were noted at 4-year follow-up.
- Thoracoscopic lobectomy is an effective treatment.
Implications:
- This case adds to the limited literature on alveolar adenoma.
- Highlights the efficacy of surgical resection for this rare tumor.
- Suggests favorable long-term prognosis with timely intervention.
