Primary mediastinal germ cell tumors account for approximately 10% to 20% of all neoplasms of the mediastinum. It is generally accepted that they represent the malignant transformation of germinal elements without a gonadal focus. These tumors can be classified as teratomas, seminomas, nonseminomatous (yolk sac tumor, embryonal carcinoma, choriocarcinoma) and combined germ-cell tumors without teratomatous components. This review purposes to discuss the different primary mediastinal germ-cell tumors, their clinical presentation and options for treatment.
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Couto, W. J., Gross, J. L., Deheinzelin, D., & Younes, R. N. (2006). Tumores de células germinativas primários do mediastino. Revista Da Associacao Medica Brasileira. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-42302006000300020
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