Intimal sarcoma

Intimal sarcoma

Definition

A malignant neoplasm arising from the large blood vessels. It is characterized by the presence of tumor cells that grow within the lumen of the blood vessels. The intraluminal tumor growth may result in vascular obstruction and spread of tumor emboli to peripheral organs. The prognosis is usually poor.

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
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