Primary Perivascular Epithelioid Cell Tumor of the Lung: A Case Report
Perivascular epithelioid cell tumors (PEComas) are very rare mesenchymal neoplasms, composed of histologically and immunohistochemically distinctive cells that form a sheetlike appearance around vessel lumens. Although most are benign, a malignant subset does exist, complicating clinical diagnost...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Korean Society for Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgery
2023-09-01
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| Series: | Journal of Chest Surgery |
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| Summary: | Perivascular epithelioid cell tumors (PEComas) are very rare mesenchymal neoplasms,
composed of histologically and immunohistochemically distinctive cells that form a sheetlike
appearance around vessel lumens. Although most are benign, a malignant subset
does exist, complicating clinical diagnostic efforts. Proper evaluation and management
are thus essential for long-term patient survival. Herein, we present a rare case of a benign
pulmonary PEComa that was diagnosed postoperatively in a 45-year-old woman. |
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| ISSN: | 2765-1606 2765-1614 |