A rare case of chest wall lipoma growing into the pleural cavity: a case report

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Abstract Background Several cases of lipoma in unusual locations in the thorax have been reported. Appropriate surgical treatment depending on the location and shape is often required. Case presentation We herein report an extremely rare case of a chest wall lipoma growing into the pleural cavity. The tumor was successfully removed without damaging the capsule by a combination of direct and thoracoscopic approaches. Conclusions Chest wall lipomas growing into pleural cavity can be successfully treated by a combination of direct and thoracoscopic approaches.