Case Presentation on Rare Tumor Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma

Dr. Ayushi, Dr. Gaurav Agrawal

Abstract: Retroperitoneal sarcomas are rare malignant tumors originating from mesenchymal cells, commonly found in muscles, fat, and connective tissues. This case study presents a 65 - year - old female with a large retroperitoneal liposarcoma, diagnosed following symptoms of abdominal distension, weight loss, and appetite loss. Imaging revealed a significant mass impacting surrounding organs, necessitating surgical intervention. The tumor was successfully resected, including the removal of the left kidney and an ovarian cyst. Histopathology confirmed dedifferentiated liposarcoma. The patients postoperative recovery was uneventful, and she was discharged without adjuvant therapy, remaining under surveillance. This case underscores the importance of complete surgical resection for retroperitoneal sarcomas, as adjuvant radiotherapy primarily aids in reducing local recurrence without improving overall survival.

Keywords: Retroperitoneal sarcoma, liposarcoma, surgical resection, case study, abdominal mass