Tracheobronchial tumor resection.
Primary tracheobronchial nonbronchogenic carcinoma tumors are uncommon. The presence of these tumors may cause asthmatic-like symptoms and marked respiratory distress. When seen, the patients are usually very apprehensive and present difficult decisions regarding treatment and surgery, especially with regard to anesthetic considerations. We are reporting our experience with these tumors in the community hospital. A number of patients are presented, including 1) a tracheal tumor during pregnancy, 2) a tracheobronchial tumor cast, and 3) a carinal resection. All resected patients did well with long-term survival.
Dieter
Raymond A
RA
Department of Surgery, Glen Ellyn Clinic, Illinois 60137, USA.
Kuzycz
George B
GB
Dieter
Raymond A
RA
Neville
William E
WE
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001984:Bronchial Neoplasms / Q000150:complications / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011247:Pregnancy; D011252:Pregnancy Complications, Neoplastic / Q000601:surgery*; D012131:Respiratory Insufficiency / Q000209:etiology; D014134:Tracheal Neoplasms / Q000150:complications / Q000601:surgery*