The Rarely Diagnosed Retrorectal Tumor: Experience of a Single Center

Abstract

INTRODUCTION[|]Retrorectal tumors (presacral, precoccyxgeal) are rare, and remain a significant diagnostic and therapeutic challenge. The aim of this study was to describe the surgical experience of 1 hospital with retrorectal tumors.[¤]METHODS[|]Twelve patients admitted to the Dr. Lutfi Kirdar Training and Research Hospital/Istanbul Department of General Surgery between January 2012 and December 2016 were included in our study. Medical records, radiology results, pathology reports, and surgical techniques were analyzed retrospectively.[¤]RESULTS[|]Of the 12 patients evaluated, 10 were female and 2 were male. The mean age was 45 years (range: 31-65 years). Eight patients had masses of a congenital origin, 3 patients had masses of neurogenic origin, and 1 had an angiomyxomatous tumor. Both an anterior and posterior surgical approach were used.[¤]DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION[|]Complete removal of the tumor and preservation of neurological function remain major aspects of successful treatment. To achieve the best results, a multidisciplinary approach and correct planning are important.[¤]

Keywords

• retrorectal
• surgery
• tumor.