Recurrent Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma Case Report
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2019, Vol 18, Issue 4
Abstract
Introduction: Soft tissue Sarcomas accounts for about 1%-2% of all malignant tumour in adults with an estimated incidence of 4-5 casesper/1,00,000/year.About 20% of adult soft tissues are located in retroperitoneum.Retroperitoneal liposarcoma is the most common variant and accounts for more than 50% of retroperitoneal sarcomas . Relapse after surgery is frequent and tend to be more aggressive. Case Report: Female patient came with chief complains of abdominal pain since 3 months , which has increased in intensity since last 10 days. Abdominal pain that was noticed by patient 1 month back. Previously 10years back patient has undergone laparotomy for retroperitoneal tumour which has been reported as well differentiated liposarcoma. CECT Abdomen has done that showed a huge retroperitoneal tumour for which laparotomy with resection of the complete tumour was done. Histopathological examination has been reported as well differentiated liposarcoma. Discussion : Retro peritoneal liposarcomas are the most common type of soft tissue tumors that arise in retroperitoneum. Peak age of presentation is in between 40-55years. Often patient is asymptomatic till the tumour attains large size. Complete resection of the tumour is the ideal treatment.
Authors and Affiliations
Dr. Sandeep Naidu, Dr. V. Shruthi Kamal, Dr. Pradeep Balineni, Dr Saravanasundaram
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