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Ancient schwannoma in the right iliac fossa: A case report and review of literature.
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Radiology case reports [Radiol Case Rep] 2024 Jan 04; Vol. 19 (3), pp. 1195-1199. Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Jan 04 (Print Publication: 2024). - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- Ancient schwannomas are a rare variation of schwannomas, with the distinction being based on histopathological examination of the excised specimen. On histopathological examination, ancient schwannomas exhibit degenerative changes such as calcification, hyalinization, and cystic necrosis, along with S100 positivity. Complete surgical excision is the mainstay treatment for ancient schwannomas and carries a favorable prognosis. Recurrence is the most common complication, often arising from incomplete surgical excision. Herein, we present a case of a 41-year-old male who presented to our center as a case of a retroperitoneal mass for further investigations and diagnostic workup. Imaging showed a retroperitoneal mass in the right iliac fossa. We proceeded with ultrasound guided needle biopsy, and examination of the specimen confirmed the diagnosis of ancient schwannoma. Subsequently, the patient underwent surgery, and complete surgical excision was achieved. On follow-up 3-months later, the patient is doing well, and no signs of recurrence were found.<br /> (© 2023 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Inc. on behalf of University of Washington.)
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1930-0433
- Volume :
- 19
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- Radiology case reports
- Publication Type :
- Report
- Accession number :
- 38259703
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radcr.2023.12.028