Bronchial mucous gland adenoma: a rare case report and literature review

Journal of Biomedical Research 2026 Open access

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Authors: Wang Wan, Z. Ye, Guoxiong Zeng, Kang-Xian Wang, Mingjun Wang, Biao Deng, Xuefeng Wang, Zhu Liang, Yanxia Wu
DOI: 10.7555/jbr.39.20250534
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References: 19

Abstract

Abstract Mucous gland adenoma (MGA) is a rare benign tumor originating from the tracheobronchial serous mucinous glands and ducts. Most cases of this tumor are central-type, with very few being peripheral-type. A PubMed search identified no more than five cases of peripheral-type MGA in the literature. This report describes a rare case of peripheral-type MGA and identifies some special pathological features. The patient underwent right lower lobectomy, and the lesion was completely removed by video-assisted thoracic surgery. Currently, a clear diagnosis of MGA cannot be made before surgery, and further cases must be accumulated for future clinical or basic research.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Salivary Gland Tumors Diagnosis and Treatment Tracheal and airway disorders Medical Imaging and Pathology Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Biomedical Research
Publisher
Journal of Biomedical Research
Volume
40
Pages
1–1
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN