Spindle-Cell Carcinoma of Esophagus: A Case Report.
10.3348/jkrs.2001.44.5.593
- Author:
Ji Chang KIM
1
;
Jae Mun LEE
;
Seung Eun JUNG
;
Kyo Young LEE
;
Seong Tai HAHN
;
Man Deuk KIM
Author Information
1. Department of Radiology, St. Mary 's Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea.
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
Esophagus;
Esophagus, neoplasms
- MeSH:
Carcinoma*;
Esophagus*
- From:Journal of the Korean Radiological Society
2001;44(5):593-597
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
Spindle-cell carcinoma of the esophagus is a rare malignant tumor composed of both carcinomatous and sarcomatous elements, and has generated many terminology problems. It is characterized by a bulky polypoid intraluminal mass with a lobulated surface located in the middle third of the esophagus. Local expansion of this organ is observed. The lesion may be pedunculated but despite its bulk, causes little obstruction. We report the imaging findings of a case of spindle-cell carcinoma arising in the upper esophagus.
