Highlights • Malignant peritoneal mesothelioma, particularly the sarcomatoid type, is rare and aggressive.• Accurate diagnosis by ascites cytology is difficult.• Histological examination such as laparoscopy aids in diagnosis.• There is… Click to show full abstract
Highlights • Malignant peritoneal mesothelioma, particularly the sarcomatoid type, is rare and aggressive.• Accurate diagnosis by ascites cytology is difficult.• Histological examination such as laparoscopy aids in diagnosis.• There is no clear consensus treatment for MPM and an extensive research program is needed.
               
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