Abstract

MAGALHAES, Eunice et al. Pleomorphic adenoma of the trachea: Case report. Rev Port Pneumol [online]. 2006, vol.12, n.2, pp.177-183. ISSN 0873-2159.

The authors present a case of a pleomorphic adenoma of the trachea, diagnosed during the clinical evaluation of a suspected COPD or lung cancer in a heavy smoker patient with a positive family history of oncologic diseases. The patient underwent segmental resection of the trachea with complete excision of the tumour, and a good prognosis is anticipated.

Keywords : Pleomorphic adenoma; trachea.

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