Long-term survival with thorotrast cervical granuloma.
Publication/Presentation Date
1-1-1978
Abstract
Thorium dioxide, a radioactive contrast material, was commonly used for cerebral angiography prior to recognition of its radiation hazard. Extravasation of the material into the extravascular tissue in the neck results in granuloma formation, thorotrastoma, long-term morbidity, and an increased incidence of benign and malignant tumors. We report our experience with the management of 2 patients who underwent cerebral angiography with thorotrast more than 25 years ago. Aggressive surgical excision of involved tissue is warranted to ameliorate symptoms and diminish the risk of malignancy.
Volume
10
Issue
2
First Page
171
Last Page
177
ISSN
0022-4790
Published In/Presented At
Lung, R. J., Harding, R. L., Herceg, S. J., Schantz, J. C., & Miller, S. H. (1978). Long-term survival with thorotrast cervical granuloma. Journal of surgical oncology, 10(2), 171–177. https://doi.org/10.1002/jso.2930100209
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
642515
Department(s)
Department of Surgery
Document Type
Article