Ciliated epithelial esophageal cyst: case report and review of the literature.
A brief review of the world literature on esophageal cysts is presented and a new case of ciliated esophageal cyst is reported. Emphasis is put on roentgenography and endoscopic examination as essential for diagnosis and on exploratory thoracotomy for definite diagnosis and treatment.
D002923:Cilia; D004848:Epithelium; D004934:Esophageal Cyst / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D004945:Esophagoscopy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008722:Methods; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography; D013903:Thoracic Surgery; D013909:Thorax / Q000601:surgery