Radical operation for invasive thymoma with intracaval, intracardiac, and lung invasion JOURNAL OF CARDIAC SURGERY Shudo, Y., Takahashi, T., Ohta, M., Ikeda, N., Matsue, H., Taniguchi, K. 2007; 22 (4): 330-332

Abstract

We report a rare case of invasive type AB thymoma (WHO classification system) with intracaval and intracardiac extension into the right atrium. A cardiopulmonary bypass facilitated an en bloc excision of the tumor with a lobectomy, along with a combined resection of the right atrium and reconstruction of the bilateral brachiocephalic veins and right atrium. Aggressive surgical intervention should be considered in such cases, as long-term prognosis is primarily dependent on a complete resection of the extended thymoma.

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