University Journal of Pre and Paraclinical Sciences
AN INTERESTING CASE OF MALIGNANT THYMOMA - A CASE REPORT
Abstract
Primary tumors of thymus are uncommon
and accounts for less than 1percent of all
neoplasms. Thymomas and Lymphomas
are the commonest primary tumors .A
case of 45 year old male presented with
features of difficulty in breathing for the
past 7 months. Investigation revealed
lobulated heterogeneous mass in anterior
mediastinum. Guided FNAC was done and
was suggestive of Thymoma. Surgical resection
of the mass could not be done due
to invasion to adjacent organs. Histopathological
examination of biopsy showed
features of Invasive Malignant Thymoma-
Type B3 and Type A.Hence this case is
reported for its rarity by histopathological
classification.
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