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Pseudosarcoma of the esophagus.
The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
|February 1, 1975
Summary
Esophageal pseudosarcoma is a rare malignant polypoid tumor. Radical esophagectomy, not local resection, is necessary for a cure, as indicated by this patient and a review of 16 prior cases.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Polypoid lesions of the esophagus are uncommon and can be benign or malignant.
- Pseudosarcoma is a distinct malignant polypoid esophageal tumor characterized by sarcomatous spindle cells in the polypoid portion and squamous cell carcinoma at the base.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a patient with esophageal pseudosarcoma.
- To review previously reported cases and determine optimal treatment strategies.
Main Methods:
- Case presentation of a patient with esophageal pseudosarcoma.
- Literature review of 16 previously reported cases of esophageal pseudosarcoma.
Main Results:
- Esophageal pseudosarcoma is a rare entity with specific histopathological features.
- Review of cases indicates that local resection is insufficient for achieving a cure.
Conclusions:
- Radical esophagectomy is the recommended treatment for esophageal pseudosarcoma to ensure curative outcomes.