Diagnosis typically involves a combination of imaging studies and biopsy. Common diagnostic tools include:
- Chest X-ray: Often the first imaging study performed, it can reveal the presence of a mass. - CT Scan: Provides detailed images of the chest and can help determine the mass's size, shape, and exact location. - MRI: Useful for assessing masses involving neural structures. - Biopsy: A tissue sample may be obtained via needle biopsy, endoscopic ultrasound, or surgical biopsy to determine the mass's histology.
