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Mediastinal tumor natural history
Introduction
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Overview
Overview
Natural History
Natural History
Prognosis
Prognosis
The outcome depends on the type of tumor. Different tumors respond differently to chemotherapy and radiation.
Possible Complications
Possible Complications
Complications of mediastinal tumors include:
- Spinal cord compression
- Spread to nearby structures such as the heart, lining around the heart (pericardium), and great vessels (aorta and vena cava)
- Radiation, surgery, and chemotherapy can all have serious complications.
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