Retroperitoneal Lipoma in Children: Report of Case and Review of Literature

Radiological Case of the Month

“…Only a few tumors contain myxomatous liposarcomatous or well-differentiated liposarcomatous regions. 4 Despite the rareness of retroperitoneal lipomas in children, the imaging characteristics are clearly defined. 5,6 Homogeneous radiolucency visualized on an abdominal radiograph is a characteristic finding.…”

“…While most children have had a long follow-up without tumor recurrences, 5 the possibility of local recurrence after incomplete excision has been reported. 4 Accepted for publication January 1, 1997. Reprints: Wolfgang, Pumberger, MD, Division of Pediatric Surgery, University of Vienna, Währinger Gü rtel 18-20, A-1090 Vienna, Austria.…”