Rare primary Mediastinal Liposarcoma - A Case Report

Abstract

Introduction: Liposarcoma is a malignant tumor of adipocytes and a commonly diagnosed soft tissue tumor in adults. It occurs in the limbs and retroperitoneum . Primary mediastinal liposarcoma is a rare entity, and very few cases have been reported. The presenting symptoms are related to invasion or compression of the adjacent structures.Case presentation: A case of 55 years old male, who presented to us with respiratory complaints due to huge primary mediastinal liposarcoma, was treated successfully with surgical excision. Postoperative period was uneventful.Conclusion:  Surgical excision of mediastinal liposarcoma is the optimal treatment.