Primary pulmonary lymphoma diagnosed by ultrasound‐guided transthoracic needle biopsy

Abstract

Key message Ultrasound‐guided transthoracic needle biopsy is a relatively safe procedure diagnosing subpleural pulmonary mass and has high sensitivity in the diagnosis of lung cancer. However, the usefulness in other rare malignancies is unknown. This case shows the effectiveness in diagnosing not only lung cancer but also rare malignancies including primary pulmonary lymphoma.

Keywords

• primary pulmonary lymphoma
• transthoracic needle biopsy
• ultrasonography