Large cell neuroendocrine carcinoma: an unusual presentation

Ann Thorac Surg. 2002 Jun;73(6):1957-60. doi: 10.1016/s0003-4975(02)03538-5.

Abstract

Primary lung cancer presenting as a pulmonary artery mass is unusual. We describe such a presentation in a patient with a large cell neuroendocrine carcinoma of the lung, its evaluation, and its treatment.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Carcinoma, Neuroendocrine / diagnosis*
  • Carcinoma, Neuroendocrine / surgery
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Lung Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Lung Neoplasms / surgery
  • Middle Aged