Primary carcinoid tumours of the mediastinum are rare, particularly when arising from the posterior mediastinum and unrelated to the thymus. Mediastinal masses can cause challenges for thoracic surgeons. A unique case of a 48-year-old man was reported who presented with dyspnea, hoarseness, and weight loss due to a giant posterior mediastinal carcinoid tumour. Radiographic and CT findings confirmed a large mass compressing thoracic structures, originating from the left paravertebral region. Surgical resection via thoracotomy was performed successfully. Histopathological and immunohistochemical studies confirmed a neuroendocrine neoplasm (Grade II atypical carcinoid). The patient’s recovery after surgery went very well without complications. This case highlights the importance of early identification and surgical intervention in rare presentations of posterior mediastinal carcinoid tumours.
Author (s) Details
Zahra Sadin
Department of Thoracic Surgery, Guilan University of Medical Sciences,
Rasht, Iran.
Manouchehr
Aghajanzadeh
Department of Thoracic Surgery, Guilan University of Medical Sciences,
Rasht, Iran.
Alirza Jafanegad
Department of Pulmonology, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht,
Iran.
Ali alive MD
Department of Pulmonology, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht,
Iran.
Omid Mosafaii
Respiratory Diseases and TB Research Center, Razi Hospital, Guilan
University of Medical Sciences, Rasht,
Iran.
Yasaman Safarpoure
Respiratory Diseases and TB Research Center, Razi Hospital, Guilan
University of Medical Sciences, Rasht,
Iran.
Samman Ayobi
Respiratory Diseases and TB Research Center, Razi Hospital, Guilan
University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran.
Yasaman Safarpoure
Respiratory Diseases and TB Research Center, Razi Hospital, Guilan
University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran.
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