Localized Fibrous Mesothelioma
Abstract
A very rare case of localized fibrous mesothelioma is presented. He had no intrathoracic symptoms. All of the patient's complaints were articular. The tumor originated from the visceral pleura in the right hemithorax. Surgical excision was performed. Two-year follow-up visits have shown no recurrence.
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