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JAAPA
; 36(12): 1-4, 2023 Dec 01.
Artigo
em Inglês
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-37989195
RESUMO
ABSTRACT: Angiosarcoma is a rare and aggressive vascular malignancy that typically originates in the skin or soft tissue of the body. It is known to have a propensity for metastasis to the lung parenchyma in the form of pulmonary nodules and cavitary lesions; however, a less commonly described entity is in the form of a malignant pleural effusion. Management of a malignant pleural effusion due to angiosarcoma presents a unique challenge. This article describes the challenges faced during one patient's diagnostic and treatment course, and the anticipated future complications of his aggressive disease.