Malignant STK11 adnexal tumor harboring a somatic mutation in a woman previously diagnosed with mesothelioma, a case report

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• The novel STK11 adnexal tumor may not be associated with Peutz-Jeghers syndrome. • Diagnosis of the STK11 adnexal tumor requires a high index of suspicion given its immunohistochemical and pathologic similarity to mesothelioma. • Further research is necessary to identify and develop evidence-based treatment strategies for these unique tumors. STK11 germline pathogenic variants are typically associated with...

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