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Hepatic angiosarcoma

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Abstract

A patient with hepatic angiosarcoma is described. The significant aspects of this malignancy are delineated. This tumor constitutes only 2% of all primary tumors of the liver. The association with exposure to vinyl chloride and other carcinogens is reviewed. Diagnostic and therapeutic modalities are discussed.

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