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Quang Dai La1, Aiman Baloch2, Sobia Ahmed3
1Biology Texas A&M University College Station USA.
Clinical Case Reports
|June 8, 2026
Summary
A rare case of spindle cell neoplasms with rhabdoid features and spinal cord involvement in a young female highlights the need for early multimodal imaging and multidisciplinary care for complex respiratory distress.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Neurology
- Pulmonology
Background:
- Progressive respiratory distress in young adults can indicate rare underlying conditions.
- Spindle cell neoplasms with rhabdoid features are uncommon and can affect multiple organ systems.
- Spinal cord involvement presents diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report an unusual case of a 19-year-old female with progressive respiratory distress.
- To detail the diagnostic process and findings of pulmonary spindle cell neoplasms with rhabdoid features and spinal cord involvement.
- To underscore the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in managing rare diseases.
Main Methods:
- Clinical presentation and patient history.
- Multimodal imaging including CT and MRI.
- Histopathological examination for diagnosis.
- Infectious workup.
Main Results:
- Diagnosis of pulmonary spindle cell neoplasms with rhabdoid features.
- Evidence of spinal cord involvement.
- Identification of infectious complications.
Conclusions:
- Early multimodal imaging is crucial for diagnosing rare presentations of respiratory distress.
- Histopathological confirmation is essential for accurate diagnosis.
- A coordinated multidisciplinary team is vital for optimal patient management.
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