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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
Insights
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.
- 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.
Abstract:
Leiomyoma of the mesentery is an uncommon tumor. This has been documented in adults and children. However, there is no such case reported in an infant, which is being presented in this report.