Publication/Presentation Date
5-1-2022
Abstract
Leiomyosarcoma of the pulmonary artery is a rare but potentially fatal disease. Due to its rarity, the treatment algorithm is not well-established. While there may be a role for both chemotherapy and radiotherapy, surgical management is the most definitive method. Unfortunately, when the disease process is advanced, surgery may not be curative. However, it may still be a palliative treatment option. In this case report, we present a patient who suffered from respiratory symptoms that were initially attributed to pulmonary embolism (PE). However, upon the diagnosis of pulmonary artery leiomyosarcoma (PAL), surgery intervention was undertaken and resulted in an improved quality of life for the patient.
Volume
14
Issue
5
First Page
24734
Last Page
24734
ISSN
2168-8184
Published In/Presented At
Keita P, Janko M, Peterman NJ, Toledo S, Pelletier M. Pulmonary Artery Root Replacement for Leiomyosarcoma: A Viable Thoracic Oncovascular Operation. Cureus. 2022 May 4;14(5):e24734. doi: 10.7759/cureus.24734. PMID: 35673312; PMCID: PMC9165929.
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
35673312
Department(s)
Department of Surgery, Department of Surgery Residents
Document Type
Article