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Translational Pediatrics May 2021This article reviews the contemporary diagnosis and management of the most common abdominal neoplasms and cystic lesions diagnosed in the fetus. Fetal tumors discussed... (Review)
Review
This article reviews the contemporary diagnosis and management of the most common abdominal neoplasms and cystic lesions diagnosed in the fetus. Fetal tumors discussed include teratomas (sacrococcygeal, cervical or mediastinal), mesoblastic nephroma, nephroblastoma (Wilms' tumor), neuroblastoma, and hepatoblastoma. Fetal abdominal cystic lesions discussed include ovarian cyst, choledochal cyst, intestinal duplication cyst, mesenteric cyst, simple hepatic cyst, and meconium pseudocyst. We discuss the rare indications for fetal intervention or fetal surgery and other perinatal management, including prenatal interventions and fetal surgery for sacrococcygeal teratoma. The lesions reviewed are detected by widespread use of screening ultrasonography during pregnancy. Work-up for these abnormalities may include fetal MRI which enhances the diagnostic accuracy of abdominal tumors and cystic lesions and can aid in characterization of the lesion in relationship to surrounding anatomic structures. Accurate prenatal diagnosis of such lesions permits recommendations for optimal location and timing of delivery, and inclusion of appropriate caregivers and expertise to facilitate postnatal management. Perinatal management of the fetus with a neoplasm requires consideration of the optimal timing and mode of delivery, and pediatric oncology and surgical specialty care. The majority of tumors diagnosed antenatally have good prognosis with current multimodality treatment.
PubMed: 34189111
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Iranian Journal of Medical Sciences Nov 2017Hydatid disease (HD) is caused by Echinococcus granulosus and is endemic in many parts of the world. This parasitic tapeworm can produce cysts in almost every organ of... (Review)
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Hydatid disease (HD) is caused by Echinococcus granulosus and is endemic in many parts of the world. This parasitic tapeworm can produce cysts in almost every organ of the body, with the liver and lung being the most frequently targeted organs. Peritoneum, omentum, and mesentery are among these unusual locations, which can cause diagnostic challenge and treatment delay. This review provides information on the reported cases of the peritoneal, omental, and mesenteric hydatid cyst in the world during the last 20 years. During the last 20 years, there have been 49 published cases of hydatid cysts in the peritoneum, mesentery, and omentum. Among the reported cases in the English literature, the most common presenting symptom has been chronic abdominal pain and the method of primary diagnosis has been ELISA and ultrasonography. The best treatment modalities have been surgical excision, with and without adjuvant therapy, with albendazole and scolicidal agents. The published follow-up studies showed a low recurrence rate.
PubMed: 29184259
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International Journal of Surgery Case... Dec 2021Pediatric mesenteric cysts, rare and usually benign intra-abdominal tumors, are a difficult preoperative diagnosis due to ambiguous clinical characteristics. The final...
INTRODUCTION AND IMPORTANCE
Pediatric mesenteric cysts, rare and usually benign intra-abdominal tumors, are a difficult preoperative diagnosis due to ambiguous clinical characteristics. The final diagnosis is typically established only during surgery or histological analysis.
CASE PRESENTATION
An 8-year-old female presented with five days of worsening abdominal pain, associated with nausea, vomiting, and fever, as well as vague tenderness in the right quadrants on examination. Computed tomography imaging showed a 10.5 × 8.7 × 7 cm abdominal mass, most suspicious for a cystic mass of ovarian origin. Upon diagnostic laparoscopy, a mesenteric cyst extending to the root of the mesentery was visualized and entirely resected after conversion to an exploratory laparotomy. Histopathological examination of both the cystic fluid and specimen suggest a benign mesenteric cyst.
CLINICAL DISCUSSION
Although mesenteric cysts are noticeably rare, it is important differential to consider in pediatric patients with non-specific symptoms like abdominal pain and distention, intestinal obstruction, or a palpable abdominal mass. Notably, these cysts can be managed successfully by complete surgical resection with an excellent outcome.
CONCLUSION
This report recounts an interesting case of a large mesenteric cyst that mimicked an ovarian cyst in a pre-pubertal girl.
PubMed: 34773912
DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2021.106566 -
Radiology Case Reports 2010Omental and mesenteric cysts are rare intra-abdominal masses in the pediatric population. When large, these lesions can mimic large-volume ascites and may not be...
Omental and mesenteric cysts are rare intra-abdominal masses in the pediatric population. When large, these lesions can mimic large-volume ascites and may not be immediately recognized. This can lead to a delay in appropriate treatment as a result of additional unnecessary tests and procedures. We present a case of a large omental cyst in an 18-month-old male with emphasis on imaging findings that can help diagnose this rare, but important entity.
PubMed: 27307861
DOI: 10.2484/rcr.v5i2.388 -
Case Reports in Surgery 2022Paratubal cysts are adnexal masses located in the broad ligament; whenever the size of the cyst is >20 cm, it is considered a giant cyst and can present with...
Paratubal cysts are adnexal masses located in the broad ligament; whenever the size of the cyst is >20 cm, it is considered a giant cyst and can present with complications including ovarian torsion and perforation. Diagnosis can be made clinically with the help of radiological investigations, although the gold standard diagnostic tool is diagnostic laparoscopy. Managing this condition relies mainly on surgical intervention (open or laparoscopic). Giant paratubal cysts carry challenges in their surgical excision as they carry a higher risk of spillage. We present a case of giant paratubal cyst in a 26-year-old Bahraini female who presented with abdominal distension and pain for 3 years.
PubMed: 36245686
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International Journal of Surgery Case... Aug 2022The mesenteric cyst (MC) is a rare entity, a benign lesion that causes the growth of an abdominal mass and other clinical presentations. The presentation of MC during...
INTRODUCTION AND IMPORTANCE
The mesenteric cyst (MC) is a rare entity, a benign lesion that causes the growth of an abdominal mass and other clinical presentations. The presentation of MC during pregnancy is even less frequent.
CASE PRESENTATION
A 34-year-old Mexican woman presented with a mesenteric cyst treated with laparotomy aspiration during the 16th week of pregnancy; the pregnancy was resolved by cesarean section without problems. Nevertheless, 17 months later, the lesion recurred. New assessment and surgical treatment with complete excision are performed without evidence of further recurrence.
CLINICAL DISCUSSION
This case is essential due to the low frequency of association between pregnancy and mesenteric cyst. Incomplete resection, aspiration, and marsupialization of the lesion carry a high risk of recurrence. Therefore, the opportune moment to perform a complete resection of the lesion and avoid complications should be evaluated during pregnancy.
CONCLUSION
MC should be considered a differential diagnosis in cystic lesions during pregnancy. Imaging studies, complete surgical resection, histological evaluation, and follow-up are necessary for adequate treatment.
PubMed: 35841759
DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2022.107366 -
Cureus Nov 2022A mesenteric cyst is an uncommon ailment that can affect practically any abdominal quadrant in its presentation. They may turn up as an accidental discovery. Although...
A mesenteric cyst is an uncommon ailment that can affect practically any abdominal quadrant in its presentation. They may turn up as an accidental discovery. Although there are a number of hypotheses explaining the genesis of these cysts, the exact etiology is unknown. A 70-year-old female patient came to see us complaining of abdominal pain for a month and had trouble passing stools for 15 days. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography was done for the patient, which revealed a heterogeneously enhancing mass lesion in the abdominal cavity. The patient was then taken for an exploratory laparotomy procedure. To make the procedure thorough and easy, intraoperative partial drainage of the cyst fluid was carried out. We were able to observe the margins of the mesenteric cyst more easily as the partial drainage was carried out. The partial drainage decreased the volume and size of the mesenteric cyst, reducing the pressure effect on the surrounding structures and allowing easy mobilization of the intraabdominal structures during intraoperative examinations. The partial drainage of the cystic fluid also made the dissection process safer. After releasing all adhesions, the cyst was delivered outside and sent for histopathological analysis. The histopathological reports confirmed it to be a mesenteric cyst. The aim of this article is to educate the readers and to make fellow surgeons well aware of this condition. This will not only help fellow clinicians in better diagnosis and treatment but also help in the reduction of the overall burden of the healthcare society by reducing mortality and morbidity.
PubMed: 36600819
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Asian Journal of Surgery Jul 2016A mesenteric cyst is defined as a cyst that is located in the mesentery of the gastrointestinal tract and may extend from the base of the mesentery into the... (Review)
Review
A mesenteric cyst is defined as a cyst that is located in the mesentery of the gastrointestinal tract and may extend from the base of the mesentery into the retroperitoneum. A case report of a patient with mesenteric cyst is presented. In addition, a systematic review was performed of English language literature on chylous mesenteric cysts in adult humans. Of the 18 articles included in the review, there were 19 cases of chylous mesenteric cysts reported. Male to female ratio was 1.4:1 with a median age of 46 years. A preoperative diagnosis of mesenteric cyst was made in four patients based on computed tomography. All patients underwent surgery and there were no reports of recurrence on follow up. Chylous mesenteric cyst is a rare entity that needs to be recognized whenever a preliminary diagnosis of intra-abdominal cystic mass is made.
Topics: Adult; Diagnosis, Differential; Female; Humans; Laparoscopy; Mesenteric Cyst
PubMed: 23769746
DOI: 10.1016/j.asjsur.2013.04.009 -
Cureus Nov 2023Mesenteric cysts are rare entities that are challenging to diagnose and treat because of their variable presentation and histological characteristics. They have been...
Mesenteric cysts are rare entities that are challenging to diagnose and treat because of their variable presentation and histological characteristics. They have been majorly classified into six groups, out of which, the chylo-lymphatic type is the most common. Their etiology remains poorly understood but is usually linked to lymphatic pathologies. They are thin-walled cysts, present in the mesentery of the gastrointestinal tract. They can mimic multiple other cysts; hence, their timely diagnosis is of utmost importance. Imaging techniques aid in the preoperative diagnosis along with a thorough physical exam. The mainstay of treatment is surgical excision of the cyst, which is essential to prevent the recurrence of malignant transformation; the usual method of removal is laparoscopy. Alternative treatments are aspiration and marsupialization, which are only utilised for specific cases. The recurrence rate is usually low after total excision, but follow-ups are recommended for early detection of recurrence. This case study highlights the significance of prompt diagnosis and proper management of mesenteric cysts.
PubMed: 38111392
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Case Reports in Surgery 2021Both mesenteric cysts and cystic lymphangiomas are scarce and clinically and radiologically almost identical derivatives, but their histological structure is...
INTRODUCTION
Both mesenteric cysts and cystic lymphangiomas are scarce and clinically and radiologically almost identical derivatives, but their histological structure is fundamentally different. . A 52-year-old woman was consulted by a surgeon for a derivative felt in her abdomen. The patient said she felt a growing derivative in the abdomen about a month ago. After consulting and testing, a sigmoid colon mesenteric cyst (13 cm × 11 cm × 10 cm) was found. Complete excision of the cyst within healthy tissues was performed through laparotomy. The surgery had no complications. The initial pathological answer was a simple mesothelial cyst (a rare histological finding). However, immunohistochemical tests were performed that showed that diagnosis was mesenteric cystic lymphangioma (ML). Cystic lymphangiomas that have a link to the mesentery have been described less than 200 times.
CONCLUSIONS
Final differential diagnosis between different cystic derivatives is possible only based on histopathological examinations. Mesenteric lymphangioma is most common at a very young age, but in rare cases, it also occurs in adults. All clinicians should increase their awareness of the disease.
PubMed: 33815861
DOI: 10.1155/2021/8848462