Retropharyngeal spindle cell/pleomorphic lipoma

Area of Science:

• Oncology
• Radiology
• Pathology

Background:

• Spindle cell/pleomorphic lipoma is a rare benign tumor of adipose tissue.
• Commonly found in subcutaneous locations on the back, shoulders, head, neck, and extremities.
• Deep cervical spaces are infrequently involved.

Observation:

• This report details a case of spindle cell/pleomorphic lipoma in the retropharyngeal space.
• The patient was an elderly woman.
• Imaging findings were crucial for diagnosis.

Findings:

• The study presents the imaging characteristics of spindle cell/pleomorphic lipoma.
• Demonstrates an uncommon presentation of this benign tumor.
• Highlights the diagnostic utility of imaging in rare anatomical locations.

Implications:

• Expands the known anatomical distribution of spindle cell/pleomorphic lipoma.
• Emphasizes the importance of considering rare diagnoses in deep neck space lesions.
• Contributes to the understanding of benign adipose tumors in unusual sites.