Case Report of Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor in the Small Bowel
Author Information
Author(s): Muacevic Alexander, Adler John R, Ampntin Kleanthi - Christina, Tasis Nikolaos, Arnaouti Maria, Chrysi Maria, Korkolis Dimitrios P, Plastiras Aris
Primary Institution: General Anticancer and Oncology Hospital of Athens 'Saint Savvas', Athens, GRC
Conclusion
The case highlights the rarity of malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors in the small bowel and the challenges in diagnosis and management.
Supporting Evidence
- Malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors are rare and account for 5%-10% of all sarcomas.
- Less than 20 cases of intestinal MPNSTs have been recorded worldwide.
- The patient presented with non-specific abdominal pain and vomiting.
- Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of MPNST.
- The patient underwent successful surgical resection and had no recurrence at three months post-operation.
Takeaway
This study talks about a 78-year-old woman who had a rare tumor in her small intestine, which was hard to diagnose because it didn't show clear symptoms.
Methodology
The patient underwent exploratory laparotomy and histopathological examination for diagnosis.
Limitations
The rarity of the condition limits the generalizability of findings.
Participant Demographics
A 78-year-old woman with no history of neurofibromatosis type 1.
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