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Adeena Azam1, Amna Faheem Mufti2, Faizan Masood3
1Department of Surgery, Jinnah Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan.
JPMA. the Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association
|December 11, 2025
Summary
Retroperitoneal liposarcoma, a common soft tissue sarcoma, can grow large before detection. This case highlights successful surgical removal of a significant retroperitoneal liposarcoma, emphasizing early diagnosis and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Retroperitoneal liposarcoma is the most common primary malignant retroperitoneal tumor.
- These tumors can grow significantly due to the large retroperitoneal space, often leading to delayed diagnosis.
- Symptoms like abdominal distension and weight loss typically manifest when the tumor is large.