Authors

Naif Saad ALGhasab, Department of Internal Medicine, Medical Collage, University of Ha’il’, Ha’il, Saudi Arabia.Follow
Mohammad Alruwayeh, Department of Cardiology, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
Abdulaziz A. AlGharras, Department of Radiology, Unaizah College of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Qassim University, Saudi Arabia
Amin Mulji, Hamilton Health Sciences, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.

Leiomyosarcoma of the Inferior Vena Cava extending to the Right Atrium and Ventricle

Abstract

Primary tumors originating from the inferior vena cava (IVC), namely leiomyosarcoma, present significant challenges due to their poor prognostic features, including extensive extension and a substantial tumor burden. In this case, we present a 55-year-old female patient complaining of abdominal discomfort and vague abdominal pain. Additionally, we provide a comprehensive summary encompassing key aspects related to symptomatology, diagnostic approaches, treatment, and prognostic indicators. We also discuss the complexities involved in managing primary tumors of the inferior vena cava, emphasizing the critical significance of adopting a multidisciplinary team-based approach.

Recommended Citation

ALGhasab, Naif Saad; Alruwayeh, Mohammad; AlGharras, Abdulaziz A.; and Mulji, Amin (2023) "Leiomyosarcoma of the Inferior Vena Cava extending to the Right Atrium and Ventricle," Journal of the Saudi Heart Association: Vol. 35 : Iss. 3 , Article 1.
Available at: https://doi.org/10.37616/2212-5043.1344

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