Etymed
bronchogenic carcinoma
Definition
A malignant tumor that arises from the epithelial cells lining the bronchi or bronchial tree
Clinical context
A 65-year-old smoker presents with a persistent cough, hemoptysis, and weight loss. Chest X-ray reveals a central mass in the right hilar region. Bronchoscopy shows a fungating lesion obstructing the bronchial lumen. Biopsy confirms malignant epithelial tumor arising from bronchial epithelium. This patient's tumor is classified as bronchogenic carcinoma.
Mnemonic
BRONCHO = Bronchial epithelium, CARCINOMA = Cancer