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Giant bilateral extra-adrenal myelolipoma
J L Shapiro1, J R Goldblum, D A Dobrow
1Department of Pathology, The Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Ohio 44195.
Archives of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
|March 1, 1995
Summary
This study details a rare giant bilateral extra-adrenal myelolipoma, the first reported case with both giant size and bilateral occurrence. It also presents unique fibromyxoid degeneration, expanding diagnostic considerations for these tumors.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Pathology
- Surgical Oncology
Background:
- Extra-adrenal myelolipomas are rare benign tumors.
- Giant and bilateral presentations are exceptionally uncommon.
Observation:
- A unique case of a giant bilateral extra-adrenal myelolipoma is presented.
- The tumor exhibited areas of fibromyxoid degeneration.
Findings:
- This is the first reported case of an extra-adrenal myelolipoma that is both giant and bilateral.
- Histological examination revealed fibromyxoid degeneration, a previously unreported feature.
Implications:
- This finding expands the differential diagnosis for extra-adrenal myelolipomas.
- Highlights the importance of thorough histopathological evaluation for rare tumor variants.