Salivary Gland Myoepithelial Cancer of Lung

Salivary Gland Myoepithelial Cancer of Lung

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Healthy Lungs
Cancer & Benign Tumors
Contributed byMaulik P. Purohit MD MPHMar 24, 2018

The topic Salivary Gland Myoepithelial Cancer of Lung you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Myoepithelial Carcinoma of Lung.

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  • Myoepithelial tumors of the lung are extremely rare tumors that may be benign or malignant. The benign tumors are known as myoepitheliomas of the lung
  • Myoepithelial Carcinoma of Lung is a malignancy of the lung, which can occur either in the lung tissue or within the bronchial airways
  • These lung tumors are mostly observed in adults. The exact cause of Myoepithelial Carcinoma of Lung is unknown, and presently, no specific risk factors have been identified
  • Small-sized Myoepithelial Carcinoma of Lung in the peripheral lung region may be asymptomatic. The tumors affecting the bronchus/airways may present coughing, chest pain, and breathing difficulties
  • The treatment of Pulmonary Myoepithelial Carcinoma is undertaken through surgery. However, since it may be difficult to remove the entire tumor, chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy may be necessary
  • The prognosis of Myoepithelial Carcinoma of Lung is generally guarded, since it is known to be locally invasive and metastasis to various body sites can occur. Tumor metastasis is known to occur to the liver and brain

Please find comprehensive information on Myoepithelial Carcinoma of Lung regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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