ReviewCancer medicine2025
Diagnosis and Treatment of Primary Tracheobronchial Tumors.
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4 citing papers in PubMed.
- Carinal Squamous Cell Carcinoma Causing Progressive Central Airway Obstruction: CT, FDG PET/CT, Bronchoscopic Pre- and Post-Debulking, and Pathologic Correlation.Case reports in radiology · 2026Article
- Critical Care Nurses' Experiences with Endotracheal Suctioning in Critically Ill Older Adults Patients: A Phenomenological Study.Journal of multidisciplinary healthcare · 2026Article
- A single-cell atlas reveals the tumorigenesis and microenvironment status of primary tracheobronchial tumors.NPJ precision oncology · 2025Article
- Real-world oncologic outcomes of thoracoscopic and open tracheal cancer resection.Journal of thoracic disease · 2025Article
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Abstract
backgroundPrimary tracheobronchial tumors (PTBTs) are rare but life-threatening, accounting for approximately 0.2% of all respiratory neoplasms. Owing to their nonspecific clinical symptoms, PTBTs are often initially misdiagnosed as bronchial asthma or bronchitis in the early stages. In addition, standardized treatments for PTBTs are currently lacking.
aimsThis study aimed to provide a comprehensive review of this diagnostic challenge and treatment modalities of PTBTs.
methodsDrawing on the latest literature and clinical guidelines, we carried out a comprehensive and systematic analysis of PTBTs, focusing on diagnostic modalities, and evidence-based treatment options. RESULTS AND
conclusionsPrimary diagnostic methods for PTBTs include pulmonary function tests, chest radiography, computed tomography, and fiberoptic bronchoscopy. Computed tomography, and fiberoptic bronchoscopy may be the most valuable diagnostic tools for patients with PTBTs or those highly suspected of having PTBTs. Currently, there are no consensus guidelines for PTBTs, and surgery is the most effective method for treating PTBTs if the patients have indications for surgery. In addition, radiotherapy, chemotherapy and interventional therapy may be useful complementary treatments for inoperable patients. Immunotherapy may be a significant management strategy for PTBTs in the future. Further researches should concentrate on both the early identification and enhanced therapeutic management of these tumors to improve survival and diminish morbidity and mortality rates by investigating the optimal design of systematic therapy.
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