Retrorectal epidermoid presenting as difficulty in bowel evacuation.

Area of Science:

• Surgical Oncology
• Gastroenterology
• Diagnostic Imaging

Background:

• Retrorectal epidermoid tumors are exceptionally rare entities.
• Accurate diagnosis and surgical management are crucial for patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a rare case of retrorectal epidermoid tumor.
• To describe the diagnostic and therapeutic approach.
• To review the existing literature on this rare condition.

Main Methods:

• Diagnosis was established using digital rectal examination and sonography.
• The tumor was surgically excised via a perineal approach.

Main Results:

• Successful removal of the retrorectal epidermoid tumor was accomplished.
• The case highlights the feasibility of the perineal approach for such tumors.

Conclusions:

• Retrorectal epidermoid tumors, though rare, can be diagnosed with clinical and imaging methods.
• The perineal approach is a viable surgical option for resection.