RETROPERITONEAL HEMANGIOMA: A VERY RARE CASE PRESENTATION

Abstract

Retroperitoneal tumour which can be benign or malignant is a rare entity (of which vascular neoplasms are extremely rare) with late clinical presentation, most often diagnosed in advanced stage of the disease. The complex anatomical location in the retroperitoneum, its inaccessibility and close relation to important structures in the retroperitoneal space pose a greater challenge in the diagnosis and the management of the disease. Here we are presenting a case of retroperitoneal tumour which presented with lump in abdomen since 10 years. Biopsy of the lump was suggestive of benign lesion. Complete surgical excision of the tumour was done and on final histopathology was suggestive of benign vascular neoplasm consistent with venous/cavernous hemangioma. Regular follow-up is uneventful.