IJSR International Journal of Scientific Research 2277 - 8179 Indian Society for Health and Advanced Research ijsr-7-7-15941 Original Research Paper Rectal Leiomyosarcoma mimicking as a Pararectal GIST (gastrointestinal stromal tumour ) and management by Abdominoperineal Resection & Literature Review AMOL SINGHAL Dr. July 2018 7 7 01 02 ABSTRACT

Rectal leiomyosarcomas are rare tumors originating from smooth muscle cells. Differential diagnosis includes gastrointestinal  stromal tumors (GIST), leiomyomas or schwannomas, and the differentiation of these tumors is usually made through immunohistochemistry. Due to its rarity, the standard treatment has not been defined. The purpose of this study was to present a rare case report of rectal leiomyosarcoma in a 55 year old  male  mimicking as a pararectal GIST and successfully managed with abdominoperinealresection.Patient was discharged without any complications and is disease free 4 years after surgery.