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Duodenal Fibrosarcoma Mimicking Franz Tumour Complicated by Post-resection Chylous Ascites: A Case Report

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84–7

ABSTRACT

This case report presents a young woman who underwent a Whipples resection for a large pan-creatoduodenal tumour. Pathology and immunohistochemical analysis of the tumour suggest duodenal fibrosarcoma. The patient’s postoperative management was complicated by chylous ascites. A brief literature review is given to highlight this unusual case.

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e-Published: 01 Oct, 2013
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