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A unique case of Oropharyngeal leiomyosarcoma in a 32 years old male is presented with the review of literature The details of clinical, radiological, histopathological and operative findings are discussed The treatment of choice is complete tumor removal The patient was symptom free with no evidence of loco regional or distant metastasis at one-year follow up
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