A benign neoplasm that usually arises from the sympathetic trunk in the mediastinum. Histologic features include spindle cell proliferation (resembling a neurofibroma) and the presence of large ganglion cells. The tumor may present clinically with HORNER SYNDROME or diarrhea due to ectopic production of vasoactive intestinal peptide. (From DeVita et al., Cancer: Principles and Practice of Oncology, 5th ed, p966)

Synonyms: Gangliocytoma Gangliocytomas Ganglioneuromas Ganglioneuroma

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coord IM with precoord organ/neopl term (IM)

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D005729

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