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Atypical spindle cell lipomatous tumor in the pelvis causing sciatic nerve compression: A case report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: A 60-year-old woman with chronic lower back pain and deep gluteal pain with radicular symptoms was diagnosed with an atypical spindle cell lipomatous tumor in the pelvis compressing the sacral plexus and sciatic nerve. She underwent successful surgical excision of the tumor, resulting in significant symptom relief. This case highlights the importance of considering rare tumors in the pelvis, such as atypical spindle cell lipomatous tumors, in the differential diagnosis of radicular pain to avoid misdiagnosis.

Source: Radiology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2025.02.053

Authors: Loïc De Roose, Tina Decorte, Bart Eeckhaut, An Hofman, Jo Van Dorpe, Luc Vanden Bossche

Institution: Ghent University Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Soft tissue tumors and treatment

Subfield: Pathology and Forensic Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $600