Endobronchial Myxoma: An Uncommon Entity

Area of Science:

• Pulmonology
• Oncology
• Pathology

Background:

• Primary pulmonary myxomas are rare tumors.
• Endobronchial myxomas are exceptionally rare, with few reported cases.
• Myxomas typically present incidentally and are curable with surgical excision.

Observation:

• A 31-year-old woman presented with a year of progressive dyspnea.
• Flexible bronchoscopy identified a vascular tumor obstructing the right main bronchus.
• Diagnosis was primary endobronchial myxoma.

Findings:

• Rigid bronchoscopy was used for tumor debulking.
• Surgical intervention via right lower lobectomy was subsequently performed.
• Literature review confirmed the rarity of endobronchial myxomas (2 previous reports).

Implications:

• Endobronchial myxomas, though rare, can cause significant respiratory symptoms.
• Rigid bronchoscopy is a valuable tool for managing endobronchial tumors.
• This approach can facilitate surgical resection and potentially minimize the extent of lung resection.