In pancoast tumor, following is seen except-
Correct Answer: Haemoptysis
Description: Haemoptysis is seen in central tumors or endobronchial growth (Pancoast tumor is a peripheral tumor)
Pancoast's tumor (also k/a superior sulcus tumor)
Is a tumor of the apex of the lung
It may grow to cause
shoulder and arm pain - d/t involvement of C8, T1 & T2 nerves
Erosion of ribs
Homer's syndrome (Enopthalmos, Ptosis, Miosis & Ipsilateral loss of sweating)
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