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Pseudotumor pulmonary sarcoidosis: A case report
Abir Bouhamdi1, Fatima Saddouki2, Badr Alami2
1Department of Pneumology, Hassan II University Hospital, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, PO Box: 1835, route Sidi Harazem, Fez, 30050, Morocco.
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|December 13, 2023
Summary
Sarcoidosis, a multisystem granulomatosis, can present as a pseudotumoral mass in the mediastinum. This case highlights rapid resolution of such a sarcoidosis lesion following corticosteroid treatment.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Pathology
Background:
- Sarcoidosis is a multisystem granulomatous disease of unknown cause.
- The mediastino-hilar region is a common site for sarcoidosis.
- It can mimic tumors, posing diagnostic challenges.
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