Recurrent massive hyperplasia of the thymus

Authors
Pompeo, E Cristino, B Mauriello, A Mineo, TC
Citation
E. Pompeo et al., Recurrent massive hyperplasia of the thymus, SC CARDIOVA, 33(5), 1999, pp. 306-308
Citations number
10
Categorie Soggetti
Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems
Journal title
SCANDINAVIAN CARDIOVASCULAR JOURNAL
ISSN journal
14017431 → ACNP
Volume
33
Issue
5
Year of publication
1999
Pages
306 - 308
Database
ISI
SICI code
1401-7431(1999)33:5<306:RMHOTT>2.0.ZU;2-X
Abstract
Differentiation of massive thymic hyperplasia from malignant lesions requir es early resection. We report a case in which thoracoscopic thymectomy was performed for massive hyperplasia recurring 16 years after steroid therapy. This case provides additional information on the natural history, surgical management and histology of the disease.