Thymomas can be identified by chest x ray, magnetic resonance imaging, and computed tomography.
CPT codes are used for outpatient procedures 212.6 - benign neoplasm of thymus (thymoma) - ICD-9 diagnosis code
The cause of thymoma is unknown.
A completely contained thymoma which is generally benign
What is thymoma Will it kill me
The treatment for thymoma depends on the stage of cancer and the patients overall health. Because thymomas are so rare, there are no defined treatment plans.
Thymoma
go to md anderson houston tx thoracic department.
Diagnosis An accurate diagnosis was made after the test.
The diagnosis can be confirmed by a blood test to measure for alpha-galactosidase A.
It is usually diagnosed between the ages of 40 and 60 years. Thymomas are uncommon in children.
medical term pertaining to the thymus
Diagnosis may not be made for weeks or months following birth, because of the initial normal appearance and behavior of the newborn.