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Malignant teratoma

Alternative Names: Dermoid cyst - malignant; Nonseminomatous germ cell tumor - teratoma; Immature teratoma Symptoms: Symptoms result from spread of the tumor into surrounding tissues and include: Cough Shortness of breath Chest pain Limited exercise tolerance Fatigue Signs and tests: Text Continues Below On physical examination, a physician may see signs of congestive heart failure and increased pressure in the chest cavity. Diagnosis is made using the following tests: History and physical examination CT scans of the chest, abdomen, and pelvis Elevated levels of b-HCG and AFP in the blood Mediastinoscopy and biopsy -- use of a special scope to look in the mediastinuman (mediastinoscopy) and remove a piece of the tumor (biopsy) Anterior mediastinotomy -- open surgery to remove the tumor or part of it

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