A new classification system proposed by Brimo et al has allowed stratification of
mesothelioma into 3 categories: (1) well-differentiated papillary mesothelioma (WPDM);
(2) mesothelioma of uncertain malignant potential; and (3) malignant mesothelioma.
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Publication history
Published online: March 12, 2016
Accepted:
March 7,
2016
Received:
February 21,
2016
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