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Magnetic resonance imaging, coronal T2-weighted images showing a retropharyngeal lesion extending to the right of the midline and covering the anterior part of the common carotid artery.. Red arrow shows a lesion of interest.
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FIG1
The T2-weighted coronal and sagittal sequences have revealed a 36 x 45 x 13 mm multilocular contrast-enhancing mass in the retropharyngeal space at the C2-C4 level (Figure 1).
Hematoxylin and eosin staining of thymic tissue.
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FIG2
Histopathological examination of the specimen revealed ectopic thymic tissue (Figure 2).
T2-weighted images one year after ectopic thymus resection showing complete removal of the lesion.. Red arrow shows the post-operative area.
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FIG3