Locally advanced leiomyosarcoma of the spleen. A case report and review of the literature

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Leiomyosarcomas are rare tumours, predominantly localized in the stomach, small intestine and retroperitoneum. Only one case of primary leiomyosarcoma of the spleen is described in human beings in literature.</p> <p>Case...

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Main Authors: Recchia Franco, Santucci Antonello, Catalano Giuseppe, Iudicone Roberto, Turchetta Fabrizio, Cecera Andrea, Carletti Massimiliano, Costa Giampaolo, Viola Vincenzo, Piovanello Paolo, Fiorillo Loredana, Menichella Maria, Baiano Giovanni
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-11-01
Series:World Journal of Surgical Oncology
Online Access:http://www.wjso.com/content/5/1/135