Bizarre Retroperitoneal Fibromatosis: Challenges in Management
M. A. Nabil *
Vascular Unit, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Medical Centre, Malaysia
S. S. Lenny
Vascular Unit, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Medical Centre, Malaysia
P. R. Reena
International Medical University, Seremban, Malaysia
I. Azim
Vascular Unit, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Medical Centre, Malaysia
H. Harunarashid
Vascular Unit, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Medical Centre, Malaysia
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
A desmoid tumour is a type of benign neoplasm arising from the proliferation of fibroblast cells. Although histologically benign, retroperitoneal desmoid tumours resection can be challenging to surgeons due to its infiltrative nature. Surgery can be mutilating and pose significant morbidity and mortality. We present a case of a 27-year-old lady with retroperitoneal mass presented with chronic abdominal pain.
Keywords: Neoplasm, fibroblast, surgery, retroperitoneal mass, tumours etc