A rare endobronchial neurilemmoma (Schwannoma).
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چکیده
Primary neurogenic tumors of the lung are rare. Often, their histologic behavior presents a treatment dilemma. We present a case of benign endobronchial neurilemmoma managed by means of YAG laser resection together with a brief discussion of the management options available for these tumors.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Chest
دوره 95 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1989