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The patient underwent preoperative embolization to reduce intraoperative bleeding, followed by a left frontoparietal craniectomy and complete tumor resection. Histopathological analysis confirmed MM, prompting hematology consultation and systemic evaluation. The patient recovered well postoperatively, with plans for cranioplasty.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"st3\">\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>MM should remain on the differential diagnosis for any destructive calvarial lesion, regardless of size. 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