Computed tomography of localized pleural mesothelioma

Conference · Fri Feb 01 04:00:00 EST 1985 · AJR, Am. J. Roentgenol.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5610857

Dedrick, C G; McLoud, T C; Shepard, J O; Shipley, R T

The computed tomographic (CT) features of six pathologically proven cases of fibrous mesothelioma were reviewed. There were no pathognomonic CT characteristics, but in all cases CT suggested or supported the preoperative diagnosis. CT findings included well delineated, often lobulated, noncalcified soft-tissue masses in close relation to a pleural surface, associated crural thickening, and absence of chest wall invasion. An obtuse angle of the mass with respect to the pleural surface was not particularly useful. Rather, a smoothly tapering margin was more characteristic of a pleural lesion.

• Research Organization: Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston
• OSTI ID: 5610857
• Report Number(s): CONF-8504141-
• Conference Information: Journal Name: AJR, Am. J. Roentgenol.; (United States) Journal Volume: 144:2
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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