Thymic carcinoma recurring 11 years post-extended surgery: a case report

This case highlights the critical need for long-term monitoring of thymic carcinoma patients, extending beyond the standard 5-year follow-up due to the potential for late recurrence, even in initially disease-free patients. Furthermore, our findings indicate that aortic resection, when carefully selected, can contribute to favorable long-term outcomes in advanced cases. This report enhances the limited literature on the long-term prognosis of thymic carcinoma, particularly following major vascular resection, and underscores the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to optimize patient management and improve outcomes.