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Twists of Fate:? Tuberculosis or Teratoma, Decoding the Mediastinal Mass

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Mediastinal teratomas can mimic tuberculosis (TB) and malignancies, posing diagnostic challenges. This case study presents an 18-year-old female with dyspnea and chest pain, initially suspected of TB. However, imaging revealed a cystic mass with calcications, and FNAC conrmed a cystic teratoma. This highlights the need for comprehensive diagnostics, including CT, MRI, biopsy, and tumor markers, to differentiate teratomas from TB, ensuring timely and appropriate treatment.

Source: GLOBAL JOURNAL FOR RESEARCH ANALYSIS

DOI: 10.36106/gjra/2705734

Authors: Ch V S Preetham Chowdary, Ch V Rohitha

Language: English

Topic: Teratomas and Epidermoid Cysts

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4409184283

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