Fibrosarcoma of the trachea in a child: case report and review of the literature

Am J Otolaryngol. 1999 Sep-Oct;20(5):332-5. doi: 10.1016/s0196-0709(99)90037-6.

Abstract

We present a case of nearly total obstruction of the trachea in a 15-month-old boy suffering from tracheal fibrosarcoma. The diagnosis was confirmed on histological examination of a removed part of the tumor, with subsequent successful complete resection of tracheal fibrosarcoma. Follow-up to the age of 13 years showed complete recovery with normalization of respiratory functions. The diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of this case are discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Fibrosarcoma / pathology
  • Fibrosarcoma / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Postoperative Care
  • Tracheal Neoplasms / pathology
  • Tracheal Neoplasms / surgery*