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Undifferentiated embryonal sarcoma and the role of liver transplantation

Year: 2019

Type: article

Abstract: Undifferentiated embryonal sarcoma of the liver (UESL) is a rare but aggressive pediatric tumor. Historically, treatment for UESL has consisted of combination therapy with surgical resection and chemotherapy. In some cases, surgical resection is not appropriate due to limiting factors such as tumor size, location, and lack of response to treatment. Orthotopic liver transplant (OLT) has been suggested as a promising alternative in these cases. We present a case of an 8 year-old boy with a large undifferentiated embryonal sarcoma of the liver who experienced disease progression after initial neoadjuvant chemotherapy. His tumor was considered unresectable after internal tumor board review due to its size and significant vascularity, ultimately making OLT the only curative option for this patient.

Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.epsc.2019.101284

Authors: Leah Plumblee, Helen Grey, Michelle Hudspeth, Satish Nadig

Institution: Medical University of South Carolina

Language: English

Topic: Sarcoma Diagnosis and Treatment

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $550