Abstract
Mesenchymal cystic hamartomas are uncommon tumors originating from nodules of primitive mesenchymal cells, and their occurrence in the lung is extremely rare. We present a case of surgically resected mesenchymal cystic hamartoma of the lung in a 49-yearold woman who presented without any symptoms. Chest computed tomography showed a solitary cystic lesion in the right lower lobe. The patient underwent preoperative marking by 0.2 ml lipiodol 4 days before surgery. Thoracoscopic partial resection of the right lower lobe was performed. The histological picture and immunohistochemical profile were compatible with this tumor.
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Mogi, A., Miyanaga, T., Kosaka, T. et al. Thoracoscopic resection of a mesenchymal cystic hamartoma of the lung. Gen Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 59, 619–622 (2011). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11748-010-0740-6
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