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Is ectopic hamartomatous thymoma a benign or malignant tumor?
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Depends: On the pathologist's report.
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Depends: A thymoma is a malignant tumor of the thymus, and the seriousness depends on details in the pathology report. An ectopic thymus and a hamartoma are both benign, but if the report says "thymoma" then it is probably malignant although not necessarily very serious if completely removed. Discuss with your surgeon!
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