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[Bronchial lipoma with extrabronchial growth]
H Saito1, T Nishibori, H Kourakata
1Department of Respiratory Medicine, Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital, Niigata, Japan.
Summary
A rare bronchial lipoma, a benign tumor, was diagnosed in a 69-year-old woman. High-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) indicated extrabronchial growth, necessitating surgical resection.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Surgical Oncology
- Radiology
Background:
- Bronchial lipomas are rare, benign tumors originating from adipose tissue within the bronchial submucosa.
- Diagnosis often relies on a combination of imaging and bronchoscopic findings.
Observation:
- A 69-year-old female presented with a faint lung shadow on chest X-ray.
- High-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) revealed an intrabronchial mass with low attenuation in the right upper bronchus.
- Fiberoptic bronchoscopy identified a polypoid lesion, and biopsy confirmed bronchial lipoma with submucosal fat proliferation.
Findings:
- The bronchial lipoma exhibited extrabronchial growth, as suggested by HRCT.
- Surgical resection was performed due to the suspected extrabronchial extension.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of considering surgical intervention for benign bronchial tumors when imaging suggests extrabronchial growth.
- Accurate diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial for favorable patient outcomes.