Bilateral Endobronchial Metastasis in Postoperative Stage I Pulmonary Adenocarcinoma
2000
Bilateral Endobronchial Metastasis in Postoperative Stage I Pulmonary Adenocarcinoma
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): MASATO KANZAKI, TAKAMASA ONUKI, TAKAYUKI TATEBAYASHI, KUNIHIRO OYAMA, MASAHIDE MURASUGI, SUMIO NITTA
Primary Institution: Tokyo Women's Medical University
Conclusion
The Nd-YAG laser therapy was effective in treating endobronchial metastasis in a patient with postoperative pulmonary adenocarcinoma.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had undergone lobectomy and multiple metastases were recognized.
- Histopathological examination revealed adenocarcinoma in both cancers.
- The Nd-YAG laser was used to treat obstructed airways effectively.
Takeaway
A man with lung cancer had rare tumors in his airways after surgery, and doctors used a special laser to help him breathe better.
Methodology
The patient underwent Nd-YAG laser therapy and electrosurgical snaring to treat endobronchial tumors.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 63-year-old man with postoperative stage I pulmonary adenocarcinoma.
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