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Ruptured thymoma causing chest pain is rare. Surgical intervention, including mass excision and fluid drainage, successfully treated an 83-year-old woman with a ruptured mediastinal mass and pleural effusion.

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  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Oncology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Thymomas are rare mediastinal tumors.
  • Hemorrhage into a thymoma can cause acute chest pain.
  • Rupture into the pleural space can lead to respiratory distress.

Observation:

  • An 83-year-old woman presented with chest pain and shortness of breath.
  • Computed tomography revealed a ruptured mediastinal mass and pleural effusion.
  • The patient underwent thoracotomy for mass excision and effusion drainage.

Findings:

  • Histopathology confirmed a ruptured thymoma.
  • Evidence of infarction and necrosis was noted within the tumor.
  • Surgical management was successful in resolving symptoms.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of considering thymoma in patients with unexplained chest pain and mediastinal masses.
  • Prompt surgical intervention is crucial for managing ruptured thymomas.
  • Early diagnosis and treatment can improve patient outcomes in rare thymoma presentations.