A case of sarcomatoid malignant peritoneal mesothelioma diagnosed by laparoscopy

•Malignant peritoneal mesothelioma, particularly the sarcomatoid type, is rare and aggressive.•Accurate diagnosis by ascites cytology is difficult.•Histological examination such as laparoscopy aids in diagnosis.•There is no clear consensus treatment for MPM and an extensive research program is neede...

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Published in:Gynecologic oncology reports 2020-11, Vol.34, p.100642, Article 100642
Main Authors: Kobayashi, Mariya, Masuda, Kumi, Noda, Yuri, Tanizaki, Junko, Yamabe, Eri, Tanaka, Asuka, Koumura, Naoko, Kozasa, Katsumi, Naoi, Hirokazu, Otsuka, Hirohumi, Yokoi, Takeshi
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Summary:•Malignant peritoneal mesothelioma, particularly the sarcomatoid type, is rare and aggressive.•Accurate diagnosis by ascites cytology is difficult.•Histological examination such as laparoscopy aids in diagnosis.•There is no clear consensus treatment for MPM and an extensive research program is needed.
ISSN:2352-5789
2352-5789
DOI:10.1016/j.gore.2020.100642