Diffuse malignant peritoneal mesothelioma presenting as small bowel obstruction

Autor: Ariana R. Tagliaferri, MD, Gabriel Melki, MD, Abraam Rezkalla, MD, Walid Baddoura, MD
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2023
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Zdroj: Radiology Case Reports, Vol 18, Iss 8, Pp 2681-2684 (2023)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 1930-0433
DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2023.04.048
Popis: Mesotheliomas are aggressive malignant tumors which can occur most commonly in the pleural space, however can occur in the peritoneum in those with an extensive history of asbestos exposure. Primary peritoneal mesothelioma is relatively rare and is a fatal diagnosis. The prognosis of primary peritoneal mesothelioma is very poor and individuals are at high risk of developing mesothelioma in another cavity within the first year after initial diagnosis. Herein, we present a case of primary peritoneal mesothelioma, presenting as small bowel obstruction.
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