A Rare Cause of Massive Abdominal Distension: Giant Benign Cystic Mesothelioma of the Mesentery
Abstract: Benign cystic mesothelioma (BCM) of the mesentery is an exceptionally rare intra- abdominal neoplasm of mesothelial origin. It commonly presents as a large cystic mass with nonspecific abdominal symptoms, making preoperative diagnosis challenging. We report a case of a 49-year-old female who presented with progressive abdominal distension and pain. Imaging revealed a giant multiloculated cystic mass. The patient underwent exploratory laparotomy with complete surgical excision. Histopathology and immunohistochemistry confirmed benign cystic mesothelioma. The postoperative course was uneventful with no recurrence on follow-up. Complete surgical excision remains the treatment of choice and offers excellent prognosis.
Keywords: Benign cystic mesothelioma, Mesenteric cyst, Rare abdominal tumor, Case report, Surgical excision
How to Cite?: Dr. Srishti Soni, Dr. Sanjay Singhal, Dr. Saroj Chhabra Kapoor, Dr. Bharat Idnani, "A Rare Cause of Massive Abdominal Distension: Giant Benign Cystic Mesothelioma of the Mesentery", Volume 15 Issue 1, January 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1427-1429, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26118004806, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26118004806