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Retroperitoneal Dumbbell-Shaped Lipoma: Laparoscopy-Assisted Hybrid Surgical Approach
Haridev Sankar1, Naveen Alexander1, K Arun Kumar1
1General Surgery, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, IND.
Cureus
|September 23, 2025
Summary
A rare retroperitoneal lipoma extending into the femoral canal was successfully removed using a hybrid laparoscopic approach. This less invasive technique offers a precise and safe method for complete tumor excision.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Oncology
- Gastroenterology
- Radiology
Background:
- Retroperitoneal lipomas are uncommon benign tumors.
- Extension into the femoral canal is exceptionally rare, potentially mimicking hernias.
Keywords:
dumbbell tumorfemoral canalgroin masshybrid approachlaparoscopy-assisted excisionretroperitoneal lipoma
