Which of the Following Is the Most Common Primary Tumor

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most common primary tumor of the pleura?

• A) Bronchogenic carcinoma
• B) Mesothelioma
• C) Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
• D) Pleural plaquing

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