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Appendix-derived Pseudomyxoma Peritonei (PMP): Molecular Profiling Toward Treatment of a Rare Malignancy.
American journal of clinical oncology - 1 Aug 2018
Gleeson Elizabeth M, Feldman Rebecca, Mapow Beth L, Mackovick Lynn T, Ward Kristine M, Morano William F, Rubin Rene R, Bowne Wilbur B
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVES: Pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) is a rare malignancy originating from the appendix, characterized by disseminated mucinous tumor implants on peritoneal surfaces. We examined the role of multiplatform molecular profiling to study biomarker-guided treatment strategies for this rare malignancy. METHODS: A total of 54 patients with appendix-derived PMP were included in the study. Tests included one or more...
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