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doi: 10.1016/j.ejcts.2007.02.032.
Epub 2007 Apr 3.
Complete regression of a thymoma to glucocorticoids, commenced for palliation of symptoms
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Complete regression of a thymoma to glucocorticoids, commenced for palliation of symptoms
Eur J Cardiothorac Surg.
2007 Jun.
Abstract
A patient is presented with Type B1 thymoma that showed complete regression to oral glucocorticoids commenced for palliation of symptoms. The patient has remained symptom free without radiological recurrence after 12 months.
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