Superior Sulcus Tumor


KEY FACTS

Terminology

  • Synonym: Pancoast tumor

  • Benign or malignant neoplasm extending to superior thoracic inlet with (1) severe shoulder/arm pain along C8, T1, T2 nerve trunks, (2) Horner syndrome, and (3) weakness + atrophy of intrinsic hand muscles (Pancoast syndrome)

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