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Extrauterine inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor: A case report
Christina L Kushnir1, Melissa Gerardi1, Natalie Banet2
1The Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, 600 North Wolfe Street, Phipps 281, Baltimore, MD 21287, USA.
Gynecologic Oncology Case Reports
|December 28, 2013
Summary
This case report details the first instance of an inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor presenting with extrauterine disease. Early symptom evaluation could potentially prevent the need for tumor debulking surgery.
Area of Science:
- Gynecologic Oncology
- Pathology
- Surgical Oncology
Background:
- Inflammatory myofibroblastic tumors (IMTs) are rare neoplasms with unpredictable behavior.
- Extrauterine disease presentation in IMTs is uncommon, posing diagnostic challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report the first case of an inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor with extrauterine disease.
- To highlight the potential impact of prompt diagnostic work-up on treatment strategies for IMTs.
Main Methods:
- Detailed clinical case presentation.
- Review of relevant literature on inflammatory myofibroblastic tumors.
Main Results:
- The case describes an inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor presenting with significant extrauterine involvement.
- Delayed diagnosis potentially led to a more extensive surgical procedure (tumor debulking).
Conclusions:
- This case underscores the importance of considering IMT in the differential diagnosis of pelvic masses with unusual presentations.
- Early and thorough investigation of symptoms may optimize management and potentially avoid extensive surgical interventions.
