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Pancoast tumor

Pancoast tumor is a tumor of the pulmonary apex. Symptoms of miosis and anhidrosis (or complete Horner's syndrome) are seen due to pressure on the sympathetic ganglion.

Pancoast tumors are named for Henry Pancoast, a US radiologist.



07-14-2008 23:18:10
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