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Mediastinal Mass
Mediastinal masses can occur in the anterior, middle, or posterior mediastinum. Common anterior mediastinal masses include thymoma, Hodgkin's lymphoma, and thyroid tumors. Middle mediastinal masses may include bronchogenic cysts or enlarged thyroid tumors. Posterior mediastinal masses are often neurogenic tumors, esophageal tumors, or hiatal hernias. Imaging with CT scan and biopsy are used to identify mass characteristics and guide management, which could include surgical excision or biopsy depending on the suspected malignancy risk. Complications of mediastinal mass surgery include increased risks of morbidity due to potential airway obstruction.
