This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery
In pancoast tumor, following is seen except? 
Select and explain. 
A. Homer's syndrome, B. Rib erosion, C. Haemoptysis, D. Pain in shoulder and arm
C: Haemoptysis
Answer: C: Haemoptysis 
Explanation: Answer is 'c' i.e. Haemoptysis Haemoptysis is seen in central tumors or endobronchial growth (Pancoast tumor is a peripheral tumor) Pancoast's tumor (also k/a superior sulcus tumor) Is a tumor of the apex of the lung It may grow to cause shoulder and arm pain - d/t involvement of C8, TI & 72 nerves Erosion of ribs Homer's syndrome (Enopthalmos, Ptosis, Miosis & Ipsilateral loss of sweating)