Thrombocytosis as a paraneoplastic syndrome in metastatic malignant peritoneal mesothelioma of biphasic morphology mimicking ovarian adenocarcinoma: A case report

Abstract

Abstract Malignant peritoneal mesothelioma (MPM) is a rare malignancy, presenting with non‐specific and potentially‐misleading manifestations. It represents a diagnostic pitfall as it mimics ovarian carcinoma. Maintaining a low diagnostic threshold, obtaining a detailed history, and utilizing immunohistochemical markers to diagnose MPM is crucial as early diagnosis and treatment might improve survival.

Keywords

• malignant mesothelioma
• medical oncology
• metachronous malignancy
• multiple primary malignancies
• peritoneal mesothelioma