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Mesenteric leiomyoma in infancy.

S L Singla1, K N Rattan, N Kaushik

  • 1Departments of Surgery and Pediatric Surgery, Pt. B.D. Sharma Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Rohtak, India.

Indian Journal of Pediatrics
|February 24, 2001
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This report details the first documented case of a mesenteric leiomyoma in an infant. This rare tumor, typically seen in adults and children, presents unique diagnostic and management considerations in neonates.

Area of Science:

  • Gastrointestinal Pathology
  • Pediatric Oncology
  • Surgical Oncology

Background:

  • Mesenteric leiomyomas are rare mesenchymal tumors originating from smooth muscle tissue.
  • While documented in adults and children, their occurrence in infants is exceptionally rare.

Observation:

  • This report presents the first documented case of a mesenteric leiomyoma in an infant.
  • The tumor's presentation and characteristics in this infant are described.

Findings:

  • The case highlights the potential for mesenteric leiomyoma development in neonates.
  • Diagnostic imaging and histopathological findings are detailed.

Implications:

  • This case expands the known age spectrum for mesenteric leiomyoma.

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  • It underscores the importance of considering leiomyoma in the differential diagnosis of abdominal masses in infants.
  • Further research may be needed to understand infant-specific leiomyoma behavior.