Image interpretation session: 1992. Recurrent adenocarcinoma of the esophagus with direct invasion into the pulmonary veins and left atrium resulting in both septic and air embolism (Fig 20). Tumor also invaded the right lower lung, resulting in postobstructive pneumonia.
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