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Black Pigment on Ebus-Tbna Sampling: A Case of Malignant Melanoma Publisher



Roostaei G1 ; Asgari A1 ; Kazemizadeh H1 ; Abtahi H1 ; Fakhri B MS2 ; Khoshnam Rad N1
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Source: Respirology Case Reports Published:2024


Abstract

The visualization of black pigment during EBUS-TBNA suggests a relapse of melanoma. This case highlights the value of EBUS-TBNA in diagnosing metastatic melanoma, particularly when the macroscopic appearance of the aspirate suggests the diagnosis. © 2024 The Author(s). Respirology Case Reports published by John Wiley & Sons Australia, Ltd on behalf of The Asian Pacific Society of Respirology.