Long-term palliation of pulmonary artery sarcoma by radical excision and adjuvant therapy.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
The case of an extensive pulmonary artery sarcoma managed by radical excision and homograft reconstruction followed by aggressive chemotherapy and irradiation with prolonged survival is presented. Pulmonary artery sarcomas are reviewed with emphasis on the diagnosis and management of these usually fatal tumors.
Medical subject headings
- Cardiopulmonary Bypass
- Pulmonary Artery
- Sarcoma