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False about malignant mesothelioma:

A
It is the most common tumor of the pleura
B
More common in males
C
Serpentine type is most commonly associated than Amphibole type of asbestos
D
Vimetin cell marker is positive
High-Yield Explanation
Amphibole or Cxocidolite are straight and can travel distally when compared to curved serpentine type of asbestos fibres. Therefore Amphibole type is more commonly associated with malignant mesothelioma. And most of the patients are asymptomatic. Therefore there is no need of surgery.

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