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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Maria Fernanda Villarreal, M.D. [2]

Overview

Physical examination findings of lung mass will depend on the location of the tumor. Lung mass with central location may cause crackling sounds, focal wheezing, voice hoarseness, and tachypnea. Lung mass with peripheral location can present with pleurisy findings, such as reduced chest expansion. Common physical examination findings of patients with lung mass include crackling or bubbling noises, decreased/absent breath sounds, and positive findings on whispered pectoriloquy.

Physical Examination

Physical examination findings of patients with lung mass are given below:[1]

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HEENT

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References

  1. Hyde L, Hyde CI (1974). "Clinical manifestations of lung cancer". Chest. 65 (3): 299–306. PMID 4813837.


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