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Primary pleural squamous cell carcinoma misdiagnosed as localized mesothelioma: a case report and review of the literature

Authors: Xiao-Ming Lin, Chuang Chi, Jun Chen, Yu Liu, Peng Li, Yi Yang

Published in: Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery | Issue 1/2013

Abstract

Primary pleural squamous cell carcinoma is very rare, and there is a lack of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of this condition. An asymptomatic 75-year-old man was referred to us after a right pleural nodule was found on computed tomography during a routine health examination. He underwent surgery for his pleural tumor twice over the following 2 years. Histopathological examination eventually led to a diagnosis of primary pleural squamous cell carcinoma.

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Title: Primary pleural squamous cell carcinoma misdiagnosed as localized mesothelioma: a case report and review of the literature
Authors: Xiao-Ming Lin
Chuang Chi
Jun Chen
Yu Liu
Peng Li
Yi Yang
Publication date: 01-12-2013
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery / Issue 1/2013
Electronic ISSN: 1749-8090
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/1749-8090-8-50

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