Primary mediastinal hemangiopericytoma
2006
Case Report of a Rare Tumor in the Mediastinum
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Chnaris A, Barbetakis N, Efstathiou A, Fessatidis I
Primary Institution: G. Papanikolaou General Hospital, Thessaloniki, Greece
Conclusion
Surgical radical excision is the treatment of choice for hemangiopericytoma, but careful long-term follow-up is necessary due to the risk of recurrence.
Supporting Evidence
- The tumor was completely resected with no evidence of recurrence after 9 months.
- Hemangiopericytoma is a rare tumor that can be potentially malignant.
- Surgical radical excision is the preferred treatment despite risks of bleeding.
Takeaway
A 72-year-old woman had a rare tumor in her chest that was successfully removed by surgery, and she is doing well nine months later.
Methodology
The patient underwent complete surgical resection of the tumor after imaging studies confirmed its resectability.
Limitations
The criteria for determining the area of resection have not been established.
Participant Demographics
One 72-year-old female patient.
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