Tuberous sclerosis complex: a rare etiology of multiple subsolid nodules

Subsolid nodules (SSN) are increasingly detected due to widespread use of thoracic computer tomography (CT) in regular clinical practice. The most recent Fleischner Society guidelines published in 2017 [1] proposed a specific algorithm for patients with multiple SSN. After an initial follow-up CT examination at 3-6 months that confirms persistence of SSNs, the most suspicious nodules must be identified in order to decide further management. Particularly suspicious SSN are those with a growing solid component, a solid component ≥ 8 mm, or those with lobulated margins or cystic components.

Source: Lung Cancer - April 14, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Lea Lantu éjoul, Guillaume Pontarollo, Emilie Reymond, Marie Brevet, Françoise Thivolet-Béjui, Gilbert R Ferretti Source Type: research