Dramatic tumour response to pemetrexed single-agent in an elderly patient with malignant peritoneal mesothelioma: a case report

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>To date, there is no standard treatment for unresectable malignant peritoneal mesothelioma; either best supportive care or systemic chemotherapy with palliative intent are accepted options.</p> <p>Case presentation</p&...

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Main Authors: Di Terlizzi Silvia, Aita Marianna, Follador Alessandro, Puglisi Fabio, Fasola Gianpiero, Belvedere Ornella
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-12-01
Series:BMC Cancer
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2407/6/289