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Retroperitoneal schwannoma: a rare presentation
R Basnet1, P J Lakhey1, B Kafle2
1Department of Surgery, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Journal of Nepal Health Research Council
|December 24, 2013
Summary
A rare retroperitoneal Schwannoma, a nerve sheath tumor, was diagnosed in a young woman presenting with abdominal pain. Surgical excision confirmed the diagnosis, highlighting this tumor
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Surgical Pathology
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Schwannomas are typically benign nerve sheath tumors originating from Schwann cells.
- They commonly occur in the head, neck, and extremities, with retroperitoneal locations being exceptionally rare.
Observation:
- A 21-year-old female presented with a palpable mass and pain in the right iliac fossa.
- Diagnostic imaging (CT scan) and Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology (FNAC) suggested a Schwannoma.
Findings:
- The patient underwent exploratory laparotomy and successful tumor excision.
- Histopathological examination definitively confirmed the diagnosis of Schwannoma.
Implications:
- This case contributes to the limited literature on retroperitoneal Schwannomas.
- It underscores the importance of considering rare tumor types in the differential diagnosis of abdominal masses.
- Early diagnosis and surgical management are crucial for favorable outcomes in such cases.
