Pulmonary sulcus neoplasm
Pulmonary sulcus neoplasm
Definition
A neoplasm originating from the apical lung. Most superior sulcus neoplasms are bronchogenic carcinomas. This tumor may be associated with Pancoast syndrome. It is also known as Pancoast tumor.
Also known as pulmonary sulcus neoplasm, pulmonary sulcus tumor, pulmonary sulcus tumour — per MONDO
Also identified as
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Lungs | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Respiratory system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |