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Benign peritoneal cystic mesothelioma
Jon Arne Søreide1, Kjetil Søreide, Hartwig Körner
1Department of Surgery, Stavanger University Hospital, Stavanger, N-4068, Norway. jon.soreide@kir.uib.no
World Journal of Surgery
|March 21, 2006
Summary
Benign peritoneal cystic mesothelioma (BPCM) is a rare tumor often found in women. Complete surgical resection is the recommended treatment, though recurrence is possible and further research is needed.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Benign peritoneal cystic mesothelioma (BPCM) is a rare neoplasm of uncertain etiology, predominantly affecting women of reproductive age.
- Diagnostic challenges include confusing terminology and the need to differentiate from other conditions.
- Preoperative diagnosis of BPCM remains difficult.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address clinical challenges and controversies surrounding BPCM.
- To review current literature and clinical experience with BPCM.
Main Methods:
- Clinical experience and a comprehensive review of existing literature on BPCM.
- Analysis of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for BPCM.
Main Results:
- Literature on BPCM primarily consists of small case reports.
- Complete surgical resection is the recommended treatment, but recurrence is frequent.
- The efficacy of adjuvant medical treatments for BPCM has not been clinically demonstrated.
Conclusions:
- Inconsistent definitions and limited follow-up in published reports hinder firm conclusions.
- The natural history of BPCM requires further clarification.
- Surgical resection with curative intent is the preferred treatment for BPCM when feasible.