Carcinosarcoma of the esophagus: report of two cases.
Carcinosarcomas are malignant tumors containing both epidermal and mesodermal components. They are rare in the esophagus, but when present frequently have a characteristic radiographic appearance presenting as a bulky, intraluminal, polypoid filling defect. Although capable of metastatic spread, their usual indolent nature offers a relatively favorable prognosis.
D000368:Aged; D002296:Carcinosarcoma / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D004938:Esophageal Neoplasms / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011859:Radiography