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Research Paper | General Surgery | India | Volume 13 Issue 7, July 2024 | Rating: 5.5 / 10
Case Presentation on Rare Tumor Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma
Dr. Ayushi, Dr. Gaurav Agrawal
Abstract: Retroperitoneal sarcomas are rare malignant tumors originating from mesenchymal cells, commonly found in muscles, fat, and connective tissues. This case study presents a 65 - year - old female with a large retroperitoneal liposarcoma, diagnosed following symptoms of abdominal distension, weight loss, and appetite loss. Imaging revealed a significant mass impacting surrounding organs, necessitating surgical intervention. The tumor was successfully resected, including the removal of the left kidney and an ovarian cyst. Histopathology confirmed dedifferentiated liposarcoma. The patients postoperative recovery was uneventful, and she was discharged without adjuvant therapy, remaining under surveillance. This case underscores the importance of complete surgical resection for retroperitoneal sarcomas, as adjuvant radiotherapy primarily aids in reducing local recurrence without improving overall survival.
Keywords: Retroperitoneal sarcoma, liposarcoma, surgical resection, case study, abdominal mass
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 7, July 2024,
Pages: 855 - 857