Thoracic mass (TMS)

• View:
  Lateral and VD
  
  
• Defining characteristics:
  An abnormal test for thoracic mass indicates a soft tissue opacity observed within the thorax. Masses may be homogenous, heterogeneous, or mineralized and may be of a pulmonary, mediastinal, lymphatic, or musculoskeletal origin
  
  
• Common differential diagnoses:
  Neoplasia, fungal, other
  
  
• Helpful additional data:
  Has there been coughing or labored breathing?
  
  
• Commonly associated diagnostics:
  *SignalCare MDB, Consider thoracic ultrasound if available
  
  
• Commonly associated treatments:
  Stabilize the patient, supportive care (oxygen therapy), Consider diagnostic aspiration, discuss surgical options
  
  
• Commonly associated home care:
  Based on primary

*SignalCare MDB = CBC/Chemistry/Urinalysis/Thoracic ultrasound/Abdominal ultrasound