title: Leiomyosarcoma of the inferior vena cava: an unusual tumor. Case report and review of literature.
abstract: A case of leiomyosarcoma of the inferior vena cava (IVC) is reported. Only 48 cases have been previously reported in the world literature. Pre-operative management is discussed with reference to diagnostic consideration. The case strengthens the concept of operative intervention in asymptomatic abdominal masses with minimal pre-operative workup and delay.
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007890:Leiomyosarcoma / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*; D008875:Middle Aged; D014652:Vascular Diseases / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*; D014682:Vena Cava, Inferior / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery