Cardiopulmonary and thoracic tumors of childhood.

Cardiopulmonary and thoracic tumors in children are a diverse group of neoplasms. Unfortunately, presenting signs and symptoms are nonspecific. Imaging determines the anatomic site of origin, characterizes the mass, and defines its extent. This article reviews the appearance of cardiopulmonary and thoracic malignancies of childhood utilizing routine radiography, CT scan, MR imaging, and echocardiography.