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Intrabronchial schwannoma. A case report.

S K Malik1, D Behera, S Kalra

  • 1Department of Chest Diseases, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.

Scandinavian Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
|January 1, 1987
PubMed
Summary

A rare intrabronchial schwannoma caused left lung collapse in a 17-year-old male. Surgical removal confirmed the diagnosis, offering a potential treatment for this uncommon bronchial tumor.

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Area of Science:

  • Pulmonology
  • Oncology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Intrabronchial schwannomas are rare benign tumors arising from nerve sheath cells within the bronchi.
  • Lung collapse can be a presenting symptom of endobronchial masses, necessitating prompt diagnosis and intervention.

Observation:

  • A 17-year-old male presented with symptoms indicative of left lung collapse.
  • Clinical evaluation and imaging suggested an endobronchial obstruction.

Findings:

  • Endoscopic biopsy confirmed the presence of an isolated intrabronchial schwannoma.
  • Histopathological examination post-pneumonectomy verified the diagnosis and characterized the tumor.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of considering rare endobronchial tumors in the differential diagnosis of lung collapse, even in young patients.

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  • Surgical resection is an effective treatment for intrabronchial schwannomas, leading to successful outcomes.
  • Further research into the etiology and optimal management of these rare bronchial neoplasms is warranted.