Solitary fibrous tumor, a rare tumor of the pleura: A case report

Summary 

Introduction

Solitary fibrous tumors of the pleura are rare. Only 800 cases have been reported in literature.

Case presentation

A 73-year old male, suffering from coughing, presented with a tumor on the chest X-ray.

Conclusion

Primary benign pleural tumors are much less common than metastatic cancers or diffuse malignant mesothelioma. Solitary fibrous tumor is the most common benign neoplasm of the pleura. Mostly, it presents as a solitary tumor and has a good prognosis after resection.

Keywords: Pleural tumor, Mesothelioma, Solitary fibrous tumor of the pleura