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Mediastinal lipoblastoma causing diaphragmatic eventration: a case report and review of the literature
Mehmet Mutlu1, Nilgün Yarş, Mustafa Imamoğlu
1Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Karadeniz Technical University, Trabzon, Turkey. dr.mehmetmutlu38@hotmail.com
Insights
Lipoblastomatous tumors, rare childhood neoplasms from embryonic fat, can present as mediastinal masses. This case highlights a 12-month-old infant with a mediastinal and cervical mass, emphasizing diagnosis and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Oncology
- Surgical Pathology
- Developmental Biology
Background:
- Lipoblastomatous tumors are rare neoplasms originating from embryonic white adipose tissue.
- These tumors predominantly affect infants and young children, typically presenting in the extremities.
Observation:
- A 12-month-old female infant presented with a significant mediastinal and cervical mass.
- The mass was associated with left diaphragmatic eventration, indicating potential complications.
Findings:
- The case involved a rare presentation of lipoblastoma in the mediastinum and cervical region.
- Diagnostic review encompassed clinical, radiologic, and histopathologic findings.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering rare neoplasms in pediatric differential diagnoses.
- Understanding the diverse presentations of lipoblastomatous tumors is crucial for effective management.
Abstract:
Lipoblastomatous tumors are quite rare neoplasms derived from embryonic white fatty tissues. The majority is seen in infancy and early childhood. Generally they arise in extremities. Here, we present a 12-month-old female infant presenting with a mediastinal and cervical mass, showing left diaphragmatic eventration. We reviewed these cases and discussed clinical manifestations, radiologic, and histopathologic findings and treatment of these tumors.
