Superior Sulcus Lung Carcinoma

**Semantic type:** Neoplastic Process

**Definition:** A carcinoma originating from the apical lung. Most superior sulcus lung carcinomas are bronchogenic carcinomas. This carcinoma may be associated with Pancoast syndrome. lt is also known as Pancoast tumor.

**Synonyms:** - Superior Sulcus Carcinoma of Lung - Superior Sulcus Carcinoma of the Lung