Original Article
Bronchiolar-Alveolar Carcinoma of the Lung
Abstract
AbstractBronchiolar-alveolar carcinoma of the lung is a well-established entity whose main radiographic presentations include: (1) nodular, (2) alveolar, (3) reticular, and (4) mixed. Patients, however, have been reported presenting with a pleural effusion or a pneumothorax. It has been well established that the solitary nodule represents the initial stage of the disease. If resected in this early stage, the five-year survival rate is very good, ranging from 34% to 70%. Most patients with nonresectable lesions die within two years of the established diagnosis. The most important diagnostic methods are the plain chest film and chest tomography. Sputum cytology yields a high percentage in those patients with an alveolar pattern. Needle biopsy can be extremely helpful, but bronchography and angiography do not contribute to the diagnosis of the disease.This content is limited to qualifying members.
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