A diffuser and deswirl flow structure includes a plurality of tube structures with an outer wall that is hollow and elongate and that extends between a first portion and a second portion. The plurality of tube structures is disposed in an annular arrangement about the longitudinal axis. The flow structure also includes a plurality of flow passages extending through the tube structures. The plurality of flow passages extend from the first portion to the second portion, respectively. The plurality of flow passages respectfully include a diffuser portion, which is proximate the first portion and configured to diffuse a fluid flow from a compressor wheel. The plurality of flow passages respectfully include a deswirl portion, which is proximate the second portion and configured to deswirl the fluid flow from the diffuser portion. The outer wall defines the diffuser portion and the deswirl portion. The outer wall is self-supporting.
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