Primitive neuroectodermal tumor of the diaphragm: a case report

Pediatr Radiol. 2000 Oct;30(10):702-4. doi: 10.1007/s002470000295.

Abstract

We present a case of primitive neuroectodermal tumor (PNET) arising from the diaphragm in a neonate. PNETs are rare malignant tumors that belong to the group of small, round, blue-cell neoplasms of childhood. To the best of our knowledge, a PNET originating from the diaphragm has not been previously reported.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Age Factors
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Diaphragm* / diagnostic imaging
  • Diaphragm* / surgery
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Male
  • Muscle Neoplasms* / diagnostic imaging
  • Muscle Neoplasms* / surgery
  • Neuroectodermal Tumors, Primitive* / diagnostic imaging
  • Neuroectodermal Tumors, Primitive* / surgery
  • Radiography, Thoracic
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Ultrasonography