Observation and extirpation of a giant-size type-B2 thymoma IIb with its histological, macroscopic, and computer tomogram correlate, and literature review
This report describes the interdisciplinary approach and solving algorithm of a DIN 9001:2000 certified tumor board in managing a giant-size type-B2 thymoma IIb in an elderly patient. The process of managing the thymoma with specialists of surgery, internal medicine, radiology, and pathology until finally extirpation and continuous follow-up is described. Respective computerized tomography scans, histology, macro-pathology, and operative pictures of the case are provided as well as an upto-date literature review.
