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H P Redmond1, O M Austin, J Phillips

  • 1Department of Surgery, Beaumont Hospital, Dublin.

Irish Journal of Medical Science
|January 1, 1993
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Retrorectal masses, though rare, often present with back pain and a palpable posterior mass. Surgical removal is effective, with most masses being benign and patients recovering well.

Area of Science:

  • Surgical Oncology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Retrorectal masses are uncommon tumors with a typically gradual onset.
  • This study reviews six consecutive cases of retrorectal masses.

Observation:

  • The primary symptom reported by patients was back pain.
  • A palpable posterior mass during rectal examination was a consistent physical finding.
  • Computed Tomography (CT) scans proved to be the most valuable diagnostic imaging modality.

Findings:

  • Surgical excision was performed using either anterior (trans-abdominal) or posterior (retrorectal) surgical approaches.
  • The majority of excised retrorectal masses were histopathologically confirmed as benign.
  • All patients in the series experienced positive outcomes post-surgery with no reported complications to date.

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Implications:

  • Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for managing retrorectal masses.
  • Understanding the clinical presentation and radiological findings aids in timely diagnosis.
  • The study highlights the generally favorable prognosis for patients with retrorectal masses following surgical management.