High‐grade myofibroblastic sarcoma of the pleura: A case report and literature review

High‐grade myofibroblastic sarcoma (HGMS) is a rare cancer that has high recurrence and metastatic rates. Here, we report the first case of HGMS originating from the pleura. Based on the findings of pleural biopsy, pathological examination and immunohistochemical staining, grade III myofibroblastic...

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Main Authors: Ruizhi Zhao, Jianyang Wang, Hongtu Zhang, Yihebali Chi, Nan Bi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2020-10-01
Series:Thoracic Cancer
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1111/1759-7714.13613
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Summary:High‐grade myofibroblastic sarcoma (HGMS) is a rare cancer that has high recurrence and metastatic rates. Here, we report the first case of HGMS originating from the pleura. Based on the findings of pleural biopsy, pathological examination and immunohistochemical staining, grade III myofibroblastic sarcoma (MS) was diagnosed. The patient underwent eight cycles of chemotherapy (epirubicin and ifosfamide), followed by radiotherapy. As of May 2020, the patient had been followed for six months and no tumor progression had occurred. Key points This is the first report of high‐grade myofibroblastic sarcoma originating from the pleura. The patient was treated via nonsurgical strategies, including chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
ISSN:1759-7706
1759-7714