Caseoma of the Lungs

**Caseoma of the lungs** is a neoplasm that forms in the lungs and has the appearance of a mass. This term implies a “cheese tumor”, since its appearance resembles a sponge, which consists of white connective tissue. Caseomas are benign in structure, have a characteristic diameter of 2 to 5 cm, and most often occur against the background of pulmonary emphysema. In addition to smokers, the risk of developing ka