2019
DOI: 10.1002/jgf2.231
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Thoracolithiasis

Abstract: Thoracoscopic image shows a thoracolith: its diameter was 13 mm and was soft and elastic, with a smooth surface. The core was black and was surrounded by yellow connective tissue. Given that mobility of the nodule is the key finding for the diagnosis, comparison with previous imaging studies is crucial.

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“…Cases of thoracolithiasis are rare and have been reported during the last decades including cases with both unilateral and bilateral multiple thoracoliths. [1][2][3] To our knowledge this is the largest thoracolith reported. They usually range from 5 to 15 mm in size with some degree of calcification, but seldom they are very large.…”
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confidence: 77%
“…Cases of thoracolithiasis are rare and have been reported during the last decades including cases with both unilateral and bilateral multiple thoracoliths. [1][2][3] To our knowledge this is the largest thoracolith reported. They usually range from 5 to 15 mm in size with some degree of calcification, but seldom they are very large.…”
Section: Descriptionmentioning
confidence: 77%