Thoracic Cancer (Feb 2023)

Solitary extramedullary plasmacytoma of the left main bronchus: A case report and literature review

  • Limin Gao,
  • Huifang Li,
  • Wang Shen,
  • Xinyun Wang,
  • Cheng Ai,
  • Xuebing Li

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1111/1759-7714.14790
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 14, no. 4
pp. 419 – 422

Abstract

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Abstract Tracheal tumors are rare, accounting for 0.1% of all malignancies. Squamous cell carcinoma and adenoid cystic carcinoma are the two most prevalent tracheal cancers. Less than 20 cases of extramedullary plasmacytoma in the trachea and main bronchus have ever been documented in the literature, making it extremely uncommon. Although the origin of these lesions is unclear, viral pathogenesis and persistent inflammation are thought to be the main causes. Clinically, these individuals exhibit vague symptoms such as stridor, a persistent cough, dyspnea, or wheezing, making a correct diagnosis difficult.

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