Diaphragmatic synovial sarcoma: A pediatric case report

Abstract

Synovial sarcoma is a mesenchymal cell tumor most commonly found in soft tissue near large joints in the arm or leg of adolescents. The occurrence of the primary tumor in the diaphragm is exceedingly rare with limited cases reported in the literature. Here, we report the first pediatric case of a diaphragmatic synovial sarcoma that invaded the pericardial space in a 12-year-old male. His clinical presentation, surgical treatment, diagnosis, and oncology follow-up are discussed. Level of evidence: Level VII.

Keywords

• Synovial sarcoma
• Diaphragmatic tumor
• Pediatric surgery