Large Mature (benign) Cystic Retroperitoneal Teratoma Encircled by IVC in Young Male  Challenge in Complete Surgical Resection.

Dr. Pankaj kumar; Dr. Rakesh kumar; Dr. Harishankar Prasad; Dr. Sunita

Volume : V, Issue : XI, November - 2015

Large Mature (benign) Cystic Retroperitoneal Teratoma Encircled by IVC in Young Male Challenge in Complete Surgical Resection.

Dr. Pankaj Kumar, Dr. Rakesh Kumar, Dr. Harishankar Prasad, Dr. Sunita

Abstract :

 Retroperitoneum is a rare site for extragonadal teratomas. Less than 4% occurs in children and 90% its benign. May mimic as mesenteric cysts in presentation. Ultrasound and CT scan plays important role in diagnosis. Here we are presenting a case of 10 years male who had large painless abdominal lump and on radiological evaluation diagnosed as large mature teratoma . Exploratory laparotomy was done tumor was found encircled with IVC. Complete resection of the tumor was achieved and after histopathological examination suggested mature teratoma. Patient was discharged after uneventful recovery. Sometimes large size and anatomical location and surrounding vital structures produce challenge for complete surgical resection and good prognosis.