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Inferior Vena Cava Leiomyosarcoma – A Challenge for Management of a Rare Tumour – A Case Report

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: A BSTRACT IVC leiomyosarcoma—A leiomyosarcoma of the inferior vena cava is a rare tumor and presents a challenge for management. It involves resection of the IVC and reconstruction with a graft. A case of a large IVC leiomyosarcoma is presented which was successfully resected with reconstruction with a PTFE graft. Postoperative radiation was given. The challenge of managing such tumors is highlighted.

Source: Medical Journal of Dr D Y Patil Vidyapeeth

DOI: 10.4103/mjdrdypu.mjdrdypu_907_22

Authors: Samir Gupta, Sanket Bankar, Pankaj Kshirsagar, Suyash Agrawal, Archana Buch

Institution: Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre

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: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4391358557

FWCI: 0.185

Cites: 13

Cited by: 1

Related to: 10