Peritoneal Mesothelioma a Case Report
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Asbestos/adverse effects, Mesothelioma, Peritoneal Neoplasms, AsbestosisAbstract
Malignant peritoneal mesothelioma is a rare, aggressive malignancy originated in the peritoneum lining mesothelial cells. It is
characterized by a late onset related to the nonspecific nature
of the symptoms, leading to a late diagnosis and therefore therapeutic inefficacy. The authors describe the case of a malignant
peritoneal mesothelioma diagnosed during the investigation of an ascites. Focusing on the clinic case the authors intend to
make a brief review of the literature regarding this theme.
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