Primary Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma of Trachea: Managed By Tracheal Resection and Reconstruction

Tracheal tumors are infrequent and account for less than 1% of all malignancies of this area1.we are reporting a case of a 43 years old female who presented with shortness of breath,tiredness,dry cough and hemoptysis for one year. ct scan demonstrated a soft tissue density mass in the trachea causing narrowing of the tracheal lumen. tracheal resection and primary tracheo-tracheal end to end anastomosis was performed. per operatively tumor was found in the mid of trachea,4.5cm in length craniocaudally. biopsy report showed features consistent with adenoid cystic carcinoma. the patient is in regular follow up for last 14 months and remains well. © 2016,liaquat university of medical and health sciences. all rights reserved.