Pancoast Syndrome
Granuloma, Lethal Midline
Stellate Ganglion
Atlases as Topic
Complex Regional Pain Syndromes
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Pain
Myofascial Pain Syndromes
Pulmonary blastoma: a report of two cases and a review of the literature. (1/35)
Pulmonary blastoma is the rarest malignant tumour of the lung. Two more cases are reported and the literature is reviewed. The first case, a woman, is the longest recorded survivor. An examination of all the reported cases shows that the tumour is less common and less agressive in women. (+info)Surgical management of superior sulcus tumors. (2/35)
Superior sulcus tumor refers to any primary lung cancer presenting with constant pain in the nerve distribution of the eighth cervical, first and second thoracic nerve roots and Horner's syndrome caused by invasion of the stellate ganglion. The pain is steady, severe, and unrelenting, involving the shoulder, the vertebral margin of the scapula and ulnar distribution of the arm to the elbow and finally to the ulnar surface of the forearm, and the small and ring fingers of the hand (Pancoast-Tobias syndrome). Weakness and atrophy of the hand muscles can also occur as the lesions spreads to involve the first and second ribs and vertebrae. Radiologically, there is a small shadow at the extreme apex of the lung with rib and possible vertebral body invasion. Pulmonary symptoms are less frequent because of the peripheral location of the lesions. Since Shaw and Paulson approached superior sulcus tumors in 1961 by using preoperative radiation-therapy (30 to 45 Gy in four weeks including the primary tumor, mediastinum and supraclavicular region) followed by surgical resection, this radiosurgical approach shortly became the standard treatment yielding better disease control and survival than that offered by other treatment modalities. It has now become evident that en bloc resection of the chest wall, involved adjacent structures as well as lobectomy must be considered the standard surgical approach for superior sulcus tumors combined with external radiation (preoperative, postoperative, or both). The goal of the operation is the complete and en bloc resection of the upper lobe in continuity with the invaded ribs, transverse processes, subclavian vessels, T1 nerve root, upper dorsal sympathetic chain and prevertebral muscles. (+info)Pitfalls and delay in the diagnosis of Pancoast tumour presenting in orthopaedic units. (3/35)
Pancoast tumours present a difficult and peculiar problem. Their clinical manifestations may be extrapulmonary. The underlying lesion may be missed in patients presenting with predominantly orthopaedic symptoms. We present four consecutive cases, which were referred to our clinic and the diagnosis was made with mean delay of 18.5 months from the beginning of symptoms. (+info)Pain-relieving posterior rod fixation with segmental sublaminar wiring for Pancoast tumor invading the vertebrae. (4/35)
We describe the case of a 44-year-old male patient with Pancoast lung cancer invading the vertebrae. Because irradiation did not relieve his symptoms, we conducted tumor resection with posterior rod fixation with segmental sublaminar wiring of the vertebrae. This enabled the patient to walk and to discontinue morphine immediately after surgery. Although the tumor recurred within the region of the fixation 4 months after surgery, the patient complained of no pain until his death. Although Pancoast lung cancer with extensive vertebral invasion cannot be cured surgically, posterior rod fixation with segmental sublaminar wiring with tumor resection can improve a patient's quality of life by providing immediate, long-term pain relief. (+info)Hepatocellular carcinoma with Pancoast's syndrome as an initial symptom: a case report. (5/35)
Pancoast's syndrome refers to a condition consisting of Horner's syndrome and arm pain that is most commonly found in patients with a lung tumor of the superior sulcus invading the upper ribs or spine, lower brachial plexus and sympathetic chain. We report a 76-year-old female who had a thoracic inlet mass that presented as Pancoast's syndrome, showing profound pain, numbness and weakness of the left upper limb. Further evaluation revealed an increased level of serum alpha-fetoprotein (24278 ng/ml), cryptogenic liver cirrhosis and primary hepatocellular carcinoma with protruding T3 vertebra metastasis that resulted in Pancoast's syndrome. To our knowledge, it is a rare case and only one case has been reported previously. (+info)Sequence variability and candidate gene analysis in two cancer patients with complex clinical outcomes during morphine therapy. (6/35)
In this case report, we present genetic differences in two morphine-related gene sequences, UDP-glucuronosyltransferase 2B7 (UGT2B7) and mu opioid receptors (MOR1), in two cancer patients whose clinical responses to morphine were very different [i.e., sensitive (patient 1) and low responder (patient 2)]. In addition, allelic variants in the UGT2B7 gene were analyzed in 46 Japanese individuals. Amplified DNA fragments for the two genes of interest were screened using single strand conformation polymorphism and then sequenced. In the UGT2B7 gene, 12 single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) were newly identified with an allelic frequency ranging from 0.022 to 0.978. Six SNPs in the promoter region (A-1302G, T-1295C, T-1111C, G-899A, A-327G, and T-125C) and two coding SNPs (UGT2B7*2 in exon 2 and C1059G in exon 4) appeared to be consistently linked. Remarkable differences in the nucleotide sequence of UGT2B7 were observed between the two patients; in contrast to patient 1 who had "reference" alleles at almost SNP positions, but a rare ATTGAT*2(AT)C haplotype as homozygosity, patient 2 was a homozygous carrier for the predominant GCCAGC*1(TC)G sequence. Serum morphine and two glucuronide concentrations in patient 2 suggest that the predominant GCCAGC*1G sequence was not associated with a "poor metabolizer" phenotype. In the MOR1 gene, patient 1 had no SNPs, whereas patient 2 was a heterozygous carrier for both the G-1784A and A118G alleles. The present study describes substantial differences in genotype patterns of two genes of interest between the two patients. The results necessitate larger trials to confirm these observations in larger case control studies. (+info)Superior sulcus tumors: a mini-review. (7/35)
The management and outcome for superior sulcus tumors have remained unchanged for 40 years. The rarity of these tumors has led to varying treatment techniques spanning decades, from which no solid conclusions can be drawn. Recent advances in combined-modality therapy have offered the first inkling that a paradigm shift is on the horizon. Here, we review the history and new advances in treating this challenging pulmonary neoplasm. (+info)Endovascular management of an unusual cause of pancoast syndrome. (8/35)
Vascular conditions presenting with Pancoast syndrome are rare. A case of vertebral artery pseudoaneurysm presenting with Pancoast syndrome is reported. The aneurysm was successfully treated by proximal coil embolization. (+info)Pancoast syndrome is a constellation of symptoms resulting from the invasion and compression of various neurological and vascular structures at the apex (top) of the lung, most commonly caused by a specific type of lung cancer known as Pancoast tumor or superior sulcus tumor. The syndrome is characterized by shoulder pain, Horner's syndrome (meiosis, ptosis, and anhidrosis), and weakness or atrophy of the hand muscles due to involvement of the lower brachial plexus.
A lethal midline granuloma (LMG) is a rare and aggressive form of necrotizing granulomatous inflammation that typically involves the nasopharynx, paranasal sinuses, and/or the central nervous system. It is called "lethal" because of its rapid progression and high mortality rate if left untreated.
LMG is a type of granuloma, which is a collection of immune cells that form in response to chronic inflammation or infection. In LMG, the granulomas are characterized by extensive necrosis (tissue death) and vasculitis (inflammation of blood vessels).
The exact cause of LMG is not fully understood, but it is believed to be associated with a variety of factors, including infections (such as fungal or mycobacterial infections), autoimmune disorders, and lymphoproliferative diseases. Treatment typically involves a combination of surgical debridement, antimicrobial therapy, and immunosuppressive drugs. Despite treatment, the prognosis for LMG is generally poor, with a high rate of recurrence and significant morbidity and mortality.
The Stellate Ganglion is a part of the sympathetic nervous system. It's a collection of nerve cells (a ganglion) located in the neck, more specifically at the level of the sixth and seventh cervical vertebrae. The stellate ganglion is formed by the fusion of the inferior cervical ganglion and the first thoracic ganglion.
This ganglion plays a crucial role in the body's "fight or flight" response, providing sympathetic innervation to the head, neck, upper extremities, and heart. It's responsible for various functions including regulation of blood flow, sweat gland activity, and contributing to the sensory innervation of the head and neck.
Stellate ganglion block is a medical procedure used to diagnose or treat certain conditions like pain disorders, by injecting local anesthetic near the stellate ganglion to numb the area and interrupt nerve signals.
An "atlas" in the medical context refers to a collection of anatomical plates or illustrations, often accompanied by detailed descriptions or explanations. A medical atlas is a type of textbook that focuses primarily on providing visual representations of human anatomy, physiology, or pathology. These atlases are used by medical students, healthcare professionals, and researchers to learn about the structure and function of the human body, as well as to identify and understand various diseases and conditions.
Medical atlases can cover a wide range of topics, including gross anatomy, histology (the study of tissues), embryology (the study of embryonic development), pathology (the study of disease), and radiology (the use of medical imaging to diagnose and treat diseases). Some atlases may focus on specific regions or systems of the body, such as the nervous system, musculoskeletal system, or cardiovascular system.
Medical atlases are often used in conjunction with other educational materials, such as textbooks, lectures, and hands-on dissections. They can be a valuable resource for students and practitioners seeking to deepen their understanding of human anatomy and related fields.
Complex Regional Pain Syndromes (CRPS) are a group of chronic pain conditions that typically affect a limb after an injury or trauma. They are characterized by prolonged, severe and often debilitating pain that is out of proportion to the severity of the initial injury. CRPS is divided into two types:
1. CRPS-1 (also known as Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy): This type occurs without a clearly defined nerve injury. It usually develops after an illness or injury that didn't directly damage the nerves.
2. CRPS-2 (also known as Causalgia): This type is associated with a confirmed nerve injury.
The symptoms of CRPS include:
* Continuous, burning or throbbing pain in the affected limb
* Changes in skin temperature, color and texture
* Swelling and stiffness in the joints
* Decreased range of motion and weakness in the affected limb
* Sensitivity to touch or cold
* Abnormal sweating pattern in the affected area
* Changes in nail and hair growth patterns
The exact cause of CRPS is not fully understood, but it is thought to be related to a dysfunction in the nervous system's response to injury. Treatment for CRPS typically involves a combination of medications, physical therapy, and psychological support. In some cases, more invasive treatments such as nerve blocks or spinal cord stimulation may be recommended.
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is a broad term used to describe pain arising from the front of the knee, specifically where the patella (kneecap) meets the femur (thigh bone). It is often described as a diffuse, aching pain in the anterior knee, typically worsening with activities that load the patellofemoral joint such as climbing stairs, running, jumping or prolonged sitting.
PFPS can be caused by various factors including overuse, muscle imbalances, poor biomechanics, or abnormal tracking of the patella. Treatment usually involves a combination of physical therapy to improve strength and flexibility, activity modification, and sometimes bracing or orthotics for better alignment.
Pain is an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage, or described in terms of such damage. It is a complex phenomenon that can result from various stimuli, such as thermal, mechanical, or chemical irritation, and it can be acute or chronic. The perception of pain involves the activation of specialized nerve cells called nociceptors, which transmit signals to the brain via the spinal cord. These signals are then processed in different regions of the brain, leading to the conscious experience of pain. It's important to note that pain is a highly individual and subjective experience, and its perception can vary widely among individuals.
A syndrome, in medical terms, is a set of symptoms that collectively indicate or characterize a disease, disorder, or underlying pathological process. It's essentially a collection of signs and/or symptoms that frequently occur together and can suggest a particular cause or condition, even though the exact physiological mechanisms might not be fully understood.
For example, Down syndrome is characterized by specific physical features, cognitive delays, and other developmental issues resulting from an extra copy of chromosome 21. Similarly, metabolic syndromes like diabetes mellitus type 2 involve a group of risk factors such as obesity, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and abnormal cholesterol or triglyceride levels that collectively increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
It's important to note that a syndrome is not a specific diagnosis; rather, it's a pattern of symptoms that can help guide further diagnostic evaluation and management.
Myofascial pain syndromes (MPS) are a group of chronic pain disorders characterized by the presence of trigger points in the musculoskeletal system. A trigger point is a hyperirritable spot within a taut band of skeletal muscle, which is often tender to palpation and can cause referred pain, meaning that the pain is felt in a different location than where the trigger point is located.
MPS can affect any muscle in the body, but they are most commonly found in the muscles of the neck, back, shoulders, and hips. The symptoms of MPS may include local or referred pain, stiffness, weakness, and reduced range of motion. The pain is often described as a deep, aching, or throbbing sensation that can be aggravated by physical activity, stress, or anxiety.
The exact cause of MPS is not fully understood, but it is believed to be related to muscle overuse, injury, or chronic tension. Other factors that may contribute to the development of MPS include poor posture, vitamin deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, and emotional stress.
Treatment for MPS typically involves a combination of physical therapy, trigger point release techniques, pain management strategies, and self-care practices such as stretching, relaxation, and stress reduction. In some cases, medication may be prescribed to help manage the pain and reduce muscle spasms.
The Cervical Atlas, also known as C1 or the atlas vertebra, is the uppermost and most superior of the seven cervical vertebrae in the human spine. It plays a crucial role in supporting and facilitating the movement of the head, as it articulates with both the occipital bone (forming the joint called the atlanto-occipital joint) and the axis (or C2) vertebra (forming the atlantoaxial joint). The unique structure of the cervical atlas lacks a body, instead having an anterior and posterior arch with two lateral masses that form the facet joints for articulation with the axis. This arrangement allows for a wide range of motion in the neck, including flexion, extension, lateral bending, and rotation.
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Pancoast tumor
List of syndromes
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List of MeSH codes (C08)
Horner's syndrome
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Index of oncology articles
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Phineas Gage
Chronic paroxysmal hemicrania
Ptosis (eyelid)
GDF11
Causes of cancer pain
Cancer pain
Antiviral drug
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Symptoms20
- Know what symptoms are associated with a Pancoast cancer? (everythingask.com)
- Pancoast syndrome is a term that describes symptoms of this disease. (everythingask.com)
- Pancoast tumors do not usually cause symptoms that are related to the lungs, such as coughing or chest pain. (everythingask.com)
- Pancoast tumors often have unique symptoms known as " Pancoast syndrome," which consists of pain in the shoulder and the inside of the arm and hand. (everythingask.com)
- Accurately diagnose and treat common pain syndromes by following a step-by-step approach that progresses from signs and symptoms through physical findings, laboratory and radiographic testing, treatment options, clinical pearls, and diagnostic codes. (youscribe.com)
- Quickly and easily find the information you need thanks to highly templated chapters that explore signs and symptoms, physical findings, laboratory and radiographic testing, treatment options, clinical pearls, and diagnostic codes for each pain syndrome. (youscribe.com)
- reveals that TOS is caused by compression of the outlet or tunnel where the blood vessels and nerves pass from the neck or the thorax to the arm leading to thoracic outlet syndrome signs and symptoms. (thoracicoutletsyndrome.com)
- These tumors occur in the apex of the lung and invade the structures of the apical chest wall including the brachial plexus, subclavian vessels, spine, or epidural space, causing a constellation of signs and symptoms known as Pancoast's syndrome. (oncnursingnews.com)
- 1.2 Other primary or metastatic tumors can also occur in the lung apex causing similar symptoms which are referred to as Pancoast's syndrome. (oncnursingnews.com)
- Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) refers to a spectrum of signs and symptoms that arise from the compression Compression Blunt Chest Trauma of the neurovascular bundle by any of the various structures within the confined space of the thoracic outlet, usually within the scalene triangle. (lecturio.com)
- As a result, it's especially important for a patient to discuss these symptoms with a physician who is familiar with myelodysplastic syndromes - especially if the patient has an elevated risk for developing MDS. (moffitt.org)
- 2. Pancoast tumors have specific and unique symptoms. (cyberknifemiami.com)
- Because of their unique location, Pancoast tumor symptoms are specific to the area where they're found. (cyberknifemiami.com)
- Pancoast tumors are often found during a chest X-ray, CT scan or MRI prescribed to identify the cause of these symptoms. (cyberknifemiami.com)
- As mentioned, conditions like Pancoast tumors can directly compress or invade the lower components of the brachial plexus, leading to symptoms like pain, tingling, and weakness in the affected arm. (com.bd)
- But if you've experienced severe alcohol withdrawal syndrome symptoms before, you're more likely to go through it again the next time you try to stop drinking. (alcoholrehabhelp.org)
- These tumors can affect certain nerves in the face or the eye, which causes symptoms such as Horner Syndrome. (healthsurgeon.net)
- Here, we discussed different syndromes which are a set of certain symptoms. (apexarticle.com)
- Pancoast tumors may affect the upper part of the body such as damaging certain nerves in the eyes and face, causing several symptoms called Horner syndrome. (apexarticle.com)
- Swelling of lymph nodes (collection of immune system cells) such as those in the neck or above the collarbone Some lung cancers can cause syndromes, which are groups of specific symptoms. (graphdiagram.com)
Diagnosing Horner syndrome1
- One of the clinical challenges in diagnosing Horner syndrome is differentiating it from physiologic anisocoria, because the pupillary reaction to light is normal with both conditions, and physiologic anisocoria may also be greater in dim light. (aao.org)
Cancers6
- Once universally fatal, Pancoast tumors are currently treatable with outcomes similar to those of other stage-matched non-small cell lung cancers. (medscape.com)
- Pancoast tumors are a subset of lung cancers that invade the apical chest wall. (medscape.com)
- These cancers were named after an American doctor called Professor Henry Pancoast in 1932. (everythingask.com)
- Even though adenocarcinoma is the most common cause of Pancoast syndrome among lung cancers, other malignancies can be responsible as well. (hcahealthcare.com)
- Pancoast tumors are quite rare, accounting for only 3% to 5% of lung cancers. (cyberknifemiami.com)
- Horner syndrome cancers of the upper part of the lungs are sometimes called pancoast tumors. (enfes.de)
Called Pancoast tumor1
- Lung cancer affecting the upper parts of the lungs is called Pancoast tumor. (apexarticle.com)
Lungs2
Horner23
- [ 9 ] (These carcinomas also cause Horner syndrome . (medscape.com)
- In general, causes of anisocoria that have a mechanical or inflammatory origin tend to produce a sluggish pupillary response to light, unlike Horner syndrome and physiologic anisocoria. (aao.org)
- The presence of a lesion at any point along the oculosympathetic pathway results in Horner syndrome, which is characterized clinically by ipsilateral miosis (from unantagonized action of the iris sphincter), facial anhidrosis, ipsilateral upper eyelid ptosis, and mild lower eyelid elevation (upside-down ptosis). (aao.org)
- One key difference is that pupillary dilation is intact in physiologic anisocoria, whereas there is dilation lag in Horner syndrome. (aao.org)
- In Horner syndrome, the weakened dilator muscle causes the pupil to dilate more slowly, producing an anisocoria that is greatest at 4-5 seconds and less if remeasured at 15 seconds. (aao.org)
- The presence of dilation lag is sufficient to differentiate Horner syndrome from physiologic anisocoria. (aao.org)
- In Horner syndrome, little or no norepinephrine is released into the synaptic cleft. (aao.org)
- A postcocaine anisocoria of 1 mm or greater is diagnostic of Horner syndrome on the side of the smaller pupil (see Fig 10-1). (aao.org)
- In addition, after instillation of topical phenylephrine 10% (a strong, direct-acting sympathomimetic drug), a mechanically restricted pupil will remain small, but in Horner syndrome, it will readily dilate. (aao.org)
- Topical apraclonidine (0.5% or 1%), which is an α2-adrenergic agonist and a weak α1-adrenergic agonist, is used routinely as a pharmacologic diagnostic test for Horner syndrome (Fig 10-2). (aao.org)
- In patients with Horner syndrome, the α1-agonist effect dominates because of the supersensitivity of the α1-receptors, resulting in relative mydriasis by contraction of the dilator muscle. (aao.org)
- We describe an immunocompetent patient with Horner syndrome secondary to invasive Blastomyces pneumonia and provide a review of the rare infectious etiologies of this syndrome. (acpjournals.org)
- To our knowledge, this is the first published human case report of Horner syndrome secondary to Blastomyces pneumonia. (acpjournals.org)
- Horner syndrome is typically associated with apical lung malignancy. (acpjournals.org)
- This patient case presents the rarely encountered infectious Horner syndrome in an immunocompetent patient secondary to Blastomyces pneumonia and reviews the infectious causes of the syndrome. (acpjournals.org)
- Horner syndrome (HS) is a neurological disorder characterized by a symptom triad of miosis (an abnormally small pupil ), partial ptosis (drooping of the upper eyelid ), and facial anhidrosis (absence of sweating). (amboss.com)
- The Horner syndrome may be congenital disorder or it can be accrued at the latter stage of life. (syndromespedia.com)
- The exact cause of Horner syndrome is not yet discovered. (syndromespedia.com)
- The different ailments which need to dissect the carotid artery can provide Horner syndrome as a outcome. (syndromespedia.com)
- The common reason behind the development of the Horner syndrome is an interrupted sympathetic nerve supply to the eye orbit due to a traumatic injury or unwanted tissue growth. (syndromespedia.com)
- The idiopathic incidence is common in Horner syndrome, but medical researchers also found that some of the Horner syndrome incidence has an inherited autosomal dominant genetic trait. (syndromespedia.com)
- After 48 hours, ophthalmologist again administer hydroxyamphetamine eye drop on both the eyes and again changes of the pupil is noticed and determine whether the test result is similar as expected in Horner syndrome. (syndromespedia.com)
- Underlying cause and expert's decision are the main features of the treatment of Horner syndrome. (syndromespedia.com)
Henry Pancoast2
- 1 Radiologist Henry Pancoast first described these tumors in 1924, and they are still referred to as Pancoast tumors. (oncnursingnews.com)
- When lung tumors grow in the upper portion of the lung, above the first rib, they're called Pancoast tumors, after Henry Pancoast, M.D., the radiologist who first described them in the early 1900s. (cyberknifemiami.com)
Tumor treatment1
- Pancoast tumor treatment is complex and often involves a combination of surgery, chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy. (tgh.org)
Thoracic outlet14
- The Chapter summaries of the #1 International Bestselling Book, The Human Spring Approach to Thoracic Outlet Syndrome by Dr James Stoxen DC. (thoracicoutletsyndrome.com)
- Chapter 1, "What Is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome? (thoracicoutletsyndrome.com)
- If you and your doctor know the thoracic outlet syndrome cause of the compression and know how to reverse it, you can end your suffering. (thoracicoutletsyndrome.com)
- Understanding this concept prevents neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome surgery, scalenectomy and in just about every patient with TOS. (thoracicoutletsyndrome.com)
- Thoracic outlet syndrome has been called many names, as mentioned previously, including office syndrome, cell phone shoulder, and cell, mobile or smartphone syndrome. (thoracicoutletsyndrome.com)
- In this chapter, I discuss exactly what thoracic outlet syndrome is and provide an extensive review of the thoracic outlet syndrome anatomy. (thoracicoutletsyndrome.com)
- After looking at these illustrations, I guarantee you are going to better understand the thoracic outlet syndrome compression sites of simple neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome, venous thoracic outlet syndrome, arterial thoracic outlet syndrome and the other conditions associated with this area of the body. (thoracicoutletsyndrome.com)
- Most importantly you will learn the muscles involved in thoracic outlet syndrome, the TOS muscles, and how you can treat them yourself. (thoracicoutletsyndrome.com)
- Thoracic outlet syndrome can present as the neurogenic, arterial, or venous type. (lecturio.com)
- After covering vascular thoracic outlet syndrome a few weeks ago, we will move on to cover neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome. (sportsmedreview.com)
- Neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome, sometimes called nTOS, account for up to 95 percent of cases of TOS (1). (sportsmedreview.com)
- Etiologies are similar in all variations of thoracic outlet syndrome as well. (sportsmedreview.com)
- Recent proposals have been made in regards to diagnostic criteria during the Consortium for Outcomes Research and Education of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. (sportsmedreview.com)
- A special case of chest wall invasion is the superior sulcus (Pancoast) tumor, which involves the thoracic outlet. (sts.org)
Lung tumors1
- The difference between Pancoast tumors and other lung tumors is their location. (cyberknifemiami.com)
Tumors involves1
- The debilitating pain associated with Pancoast tumors involves both nociceptive and neuropathic pain pathways. (oncnursingnews.com)
Horner's Syndrome13
- What causes Pancoast tumor Horner's syndrome and how can it be prevented? (everythingask.com)
- The sympathetic fibers that exit the cord at T1 will ascend to the superior cervical glandlion and will be involved in the formation of Horner's syndrome. (everythingask.com)
- With most clinical manifestations occurring due to mass effect, Pancoast syndrome is a known complication that includes shoulder and arm musculoskeletal pain, Horner's syndrome and neurological complications of the upper extremities, including weakness and atrophy. (hcahealthcare.com)
- 1.2 These include severe shoulder and arm pain, Horner's syndrome, and weakness and atrophy of the hand. (oncnursingnews.com)
- Additionally, the tumor may involve the sympathetic nerve, leading to Horner's syndrome. (cyberknifemiami.com)
- The combination of severe arm and shoulder pain, Horner's syndrome, and atrophy of the small muscles of the hand is called "Pancoast syndrome. (cyberknifemiami.com)
- What is Horner's Syndrome? (syndromespedia.com)
- Horner's syndrome is a mainly eye related disorder, comparatively rare development. (syndromespedia.com)
- Esophageal involvement and Horner's syndrome are rare manifestations of breast cancer distant metastases that can pose a significant challenge in diagnosis and treatment. (biomedcentral.com)
- Physicians should consider potential distant metastasis of breast cancer to the esophagus and sympathetic nervous system of the neck particularly in a high-risk woman with presentation of dysphagia and manifestations of Horner's syndrome. (biomedcentral.com)
- In addition, the manifestations of Horner's syndrome due to disruption of sympathetic nerves in the neck in patients with breast cancer are rarely suspected in most clinics [ 5 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
- We report dual presentations of esophageal infiltration and Horner's syndrome as clinical manifestations of breast cancer metastases that have not been previously reported. (biomedcentral.com)
- Horner's Syndrome - Anisecoria greater in dim light. (odpalace.com)
Form of lung cancer3
- A Pancoast tumor is a rare form of lung cancer that occurs mainly in the apex of the lung as the main symptom of upper extremity pain. (jkds.org)
- Pancoast Tumors are a very rare form of lung cancer, which is why there is not a lot of information you can find about them. (cyberknifemiami.com)
- The close proximity between the lung's apex and the shoulder is why conditions like a Pancoast tumor (a form of lung cancer that is found on apex of the lung) can manifest with shoulder pain. (com.bd)
Pancoast's2
- Pancoast syndrome (Pancoast's syndrome) typically results when a malignant neoplasm of the superior sulcus of the lung leads to destructive lesions of the thoracic inlet and involvement of the brachial plexus and cervical sympathetic nerves (stellate ganglion). (medscape.com)
- Benign causes of Pancoast's syndrome are rarely reported in the literature. (everythingask.com)
Tumour2
- Second, is Pancoast tumour aggressive? (everythingask.com)
- This syndrome is most commonly caused by a malignant tumour located at the superior pulmonary sulcus of the thorax, known as Pancoast tumour . (everythingask.com)
Invade2
- Pancoast tumors are a type of lung cancer that begin at the top of the right or left lung and invade the chest wall. (everythingask.com)
- It's rare, but Pancoast tumors can grow so large they can invade the spine and cause paralysis. (cyberknifemiami.com)
Shoulder pain1
- Pancoast tumor is a form of cancer that causes shoulder pain. (everythingask.com)
Breast Cancer1
- Perform CT of Chest/Head/Neck for Breast Cancer, Pancoast Tumor, etc. (odpalace.com)
Treatable1
- Although once considered fatal, today Pancoast tumors are treatable, though not yet curable. (everythingask.com)
Type of lung cancer3
- Pancoast tumors are an uncommon and aggressive type of lung cancer that is associated with poor prognosis, high mortality rates and low survival rates. (everythingask.com)
- Pancoast tumor: This type of lung cancer begins in the upper portion of the lung and spreads to surrounding tissues like the spine and ribs. (everythingask.com)
- The Pancoast tumor is an uncommon type of lung cancer that arises from within the superior sulcus. (hcahealthcare.com)
Clinically1
- See, identify, and diagnose patients' issues with help from clinically relevant illustrations that connect pain syndromes to clearly labeled anatomic illustrations. (youscribe.com)
19321
- Del Castillo, brilliant endocrinologist, also described with Dr. Juan Carlos Ahumada in 1932 the Amenorrhoea-Galactorrhoea syndrome (a.k.a. (wikipedia.org)
Blood vessels1
- Unfortunately, by the time Pancoast tumors are diagnosed, they're usually at a locally advanced stage and may have invaded the chest wall or wrapped around blood vessels or nerves. (cyberknifemiami.com)
Chemotherapy1
- Treatment of Pancoast tumors may require a combination of surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. (cyberknifemiami.com)
Occur3
- Pancoast tumors are a type of apical tumor and they often occur in combination with a history of smoking. (everythingask.com)
- 1. Pancoast tumors only occur in the upper portion of the lung. (cyberknifemiami.com)
- Alcohol withdrawal syndromes and hangovers are unpleasant experiences that can occur from alcohol abuse. (alcoholrehabhelp.org)
Malignancy1
- Malignancy, such as Pancoast tumors or osteochondromas, may also cause compression is another well-documented etiology of TOS. (sportsmedreview.com)
Superior vena1
- Involvement of the phrenic or recurrent laryngeal nerve or superior vena cava obstruction is not representative of the classic Pancoast tumor. (medscape.com)
Malignant1
- Here we report a patient with Pancoast syndrome secondary to a poorly differentiated malignant neoplasm composed of anaplastic cells. (hcahealthcare.com)
Compression1
- It is the second most discussed nerve compression entrapment syndrome following carpal tunnel syndrome (2). (sportsmedreview.com)
Chest wall1
- The bulk of a true Pancoast tumor is extrathoracic, originating in an extreme peripheral location with a plaquelike extension over the lung apex and principally involving the chest wall structures rather than the underlying lung parenchyma. (medscape.com)
Nerve3
- Carcinomas in the superior pulmonary sulcus produce Pancoast syndrome, thus causing pain in the shoulder and along the ulnar nerve distribution of the arm and hand. (medscape.com)
- Historically, surgical procedures that disrupt nerve transmission of pain impulses were used to manage Pancoast tumor pain. (oncnursingnews.com)
- A video fluoroscopic swallow study confirmed the presence of oropharyngeal dysphagia, which was attributed to left glossopharyngeal and vagus nerve damage associated with the Pancoast tumor. (jkds.org)
Patients1
- Only 30% to 40% of patients with Pancoast tumors are eligible to receive preoperative concurrent chemoradiotherapy followed by complete resection. (oncnursingnews.com)
Uncommon1
- A relatively uncommon type of non-small cell lung cancer, a superior sulcus (Pancoast) tumor can develop in the upper portion (superior sulcus) of a lung, which is located in the pulmonary apex of the chest. (tgh.org)
Diagnose2
- A doctor will diagnose a Pancoast tumor using: X-ray: This scan may reveal abnormal tissue at the top of the lung. (everythingask.com)
- Delivering complete, concise, step-by-step visual guidance, this innovative, popular atlas equips you to effectively diagnose and manage pain syndromes commonly encountered in any clinical practice. (youscribe.com)
Treatment4
- Treatment for Pancoast tumor . (everythingask.com)
- Treatment for a Pancoast tumor depends on how early it's diagnosed, how far it has spread, the areas involved, and your general state of health. (everythingask.com)
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- 3. Treatment for Pancoast tumors requires multidisciplinary care. (cyberknifemiami.com)
NSCLC3
- The overwhelming majority of cases of Pancoast syndrome are non-small cell lung carcinoma (NSCLC), with more than 95% located in the superior sulcus. (medscape.com)
- 3 Advanced stage and the invasion of various regional structures make resection of Pancoast tumors more difficult than resection of other NSCLC of similar stages. (oncnursingnews.com)
- Pancoast tumors are a rare form of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that arise in the apex (top) of the lung, specifically in the superior pulmonary sulcus. (com.bd)
Pain2
- Noted pain authority Dr. Steven Waldman returns with a new edition of Atlas of Common Pain Syndromes. (youscribe.com)
- A number of studies in the 1970s and 1980s reported that neurosurgical procedures, such as cordotomy and selective posterior radiculotomy, provided good to excellent relief from Pancoast tumor pain. (oncnursingnews.com)
Brachial2
- Pancoast syndrome will develop when the brachial roots of the brachial plantar plexus are affected. (everythingask.com)
- For example, young men more often have inflammatory or post-viral brachial plexus disease called Parsonage-Turner syndrome. (medlineplus.gov)
Upper2
- Even if a tumor is near the upper portion of the lung, it's not a Pancoast tumor if it's below the first rib. (cyberknifemiami.com)
- When they grow in the upper portion of the lung, they're called Pancoast tumors. (cyberknifemiami.com)