Solitary Fibrous Tumor of the Pleura: A Case Report and Review of the Literature
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Solitary fibrous tumor of the pleura (SFTP) is a rare mesenchymal cell tumor that can be benign or malignant. The best treatment of this tumor is a complete surgical resection. We present clinical and histopathologic characteristics of the 4 patients and their outcomes. (Tanaffos 2009; 8(3): 69-76)
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