Retroperitoneal Bronchogenic Cyst Located in the Presacral Space: A Case Report

Area of Science:

• Thoracic Surgery
• Congenital Anomalies
• Gastrointestinal Surgery

Background:

• Bronchogenic cysts are rare congenital anomalies originating from the foregut.
• Typically located in the mediastinum along the tracheobronchial tree.
• Other reported locations include intrapulmonary, intrapericardial, abdominal, and retroperitoneal.

Observation:

• A case of a retroperitoneal bronchogenic cyst is presented.
• The cyst was located in the presacral space.
• Diagnosis was confirmed post-operatively.

Findings:

• The study reports a rare case of a retroperitoneal bronchogenic cyst.
• The specific location was the presacral space.
• Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis.

Implications:

• This case expands the known anatomical distribution of bronchogenic cysts.
• Highlights the importance of considering rare diagnoses in retroperitoneal masses.
• Emphasizes the role of histopathology in definitive diagnosis of congenital anomalies.