Clinical Presentation & Protocol
Patient Usually Complains Of
Patient presents with [asymptomatic incidental finding / chronic cough / localized chest pain / dyspnea / recurrent pulmonary infections]. Symptoms duration: [insert duration]. History of [recurrent pneumonia / wheezing / dysphagia]. No history of trauma or systemic B-symptoms.
Clinical Examination Findings
Chest auscultation: [clear / localized wheezing / diminished breath sounds over affected area]. Percussion: [resonant / dullness if large cyst]. Trachea: [midline / deviated if mass effect present]. Cardiovascular: [regular rate and rhythm / no murmurs]. Skin: [no overlying sinus tracts or cutaneous abnormalities].
Treatment Protocol
Plan: [Observation for asymptomatic cases / Surgical excision via VATS or thoracotomy]. Pre-operative imaging: [CT chest with contrast / MRI]. Post-operative monitoring: [chest tube management / pain control / pulmonary hygiene]. Referral to thoracic surgery for definitive management.