Bronchial carcinoid in adolescents

Bronchial carcinoid in adolescents

Bronchial carcinoid is an uncommon entity in youth. To better understand the essentials of its diagnosis and management, we present two cases occurring in adolescent patients and a review of the literature. We emphasize the clinical and pathophysiologic aspects that facilitate its diagnosis. Increas...

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of adolescent health care 1990-11, Vol.11 (6), p.519-522
Hauptverfasser: Edmonds, Chris R., Bye, Michael R.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
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Adult
Bronchial carcinoid Adenoma Hemoptysis Recurrent pneumonia
Bronchial Neoplasms - diagnosis
Bronchial Neoplasms - physiopathology
Bronchial Neoplasms - secretion
Carcinoma, Adenoid Cystic - diagnosis
Carcinoma, Adenoid Cystic - physiopathology
Carcinoma, Adenoid Cystic - secretion
Diagnosis, Differential
Female
Humans
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Zusammenfassung:Bronchial carcinoid is an uncommon entity in youth. To better understand the essentials of its diagnosis and management, we present two cases occurring in adolescent patients and a review of the literature. We emphasize the clinical and pathophysiologic aspects that facilitate its diagnosis. Increased awareness may lead to earlier diagnosis, preservation of lung tissue, and function, as well as improved prognosis.
ISSN:0197-0070
DOI:10.1016/0197-0070(90)90114-H