Hilar Mass: Pulmonary Pathophysiology, Diagnostics, and Management
1. Introduction A hilar mass refers to an abnormal growth or enlargement of tissue located at the pulmonary hilum. The hilum is a critical anatomical junction, often described as the “root” of the lung. It is the specific region on the medial surface of each lung where the mainstem bronchus, pulmonary arteries, pulmonary veins, and … Read more