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Retroperitoneal lipoma in children.

S Weitzner, B I Blumenthal, P C Moynihan

    Journal of Pediatric Surgery
    |February 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary

    Retroperitoneal lipomas are rare tumors in children, predominantly affecting young girls. Most cases present with abdominal enlargement, though some are asymptomatic, and these benign tumors do not recur.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Surgery
    • Surgical Oncology
    • Abdominal Tumors

    Background:

    • Retroperitoneal lipomas are rare benign tumors.
    • This study reviews documented pediatric cases.

    Observation:

    • A case of retroperitoneal lipoma in a 23-month-old girl is presented.
    • Eleven prior cases were reviewed, noting occurrence up to age 8 years.
    • The condition is twice as common in girls.

    Findings:

    • Most patients presented with long-standing abdominal enlargement.
    • Some cases were incidental findings or discovered during abdominal pain evaluation.
    • The majority of lipomas were large, with a potential congenital origin.
    • No recurrences were observed post-excision.

    Implications:

    • Highlights the presentation and characteristics of pediatric retroperitoneal lipomas.
    • Emphasizes the benign nature and non-recurrence of these tumors.
    • Aids in the differential diagnosis of abdominal masses in children.

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