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      Ganglioneuroma de mediastino posterior: a propósito de un caso Translated title: Posterior Mediastinum Ganglioneuroma: a Case Report

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          RESUMEN Los tumores de origen neuroectodérmico son la principal causa de tumores de mediastino. De ellos el ganglioneuroma es el de mayor benignidad y el menos frecuente, con una incidencia de 1 en 100,000 niños. Ocurre predominantemente en la infancia con una media de presentación a los siete años. La mayor parte de estos tumores cursan asintomáticos y son diagnosticados de manera incidental. El 43 % de ellos tienen manifestación intratorácica y están localizados en los ganglios simpáticos del mediastino posterior. Los medios de diagnóstico por imágenes aportan ventajas para mostrar la localización, tamaño y extensión del tumor. Estos exámenes resultan de gran beneficio para el cirujano. El pronóstico es generalmente favorable, lo que constituye signo de buen pronóstico, la aparición posterior a los cinco años de edad y las localizaciones en el mediastino posterior. Se presenta el caso de una paciente a la que se le realizó toracoscopia con resección total del tumor, con evolución favorable durante su seguimiento. A esta paciente se le diagnosticó un ganglioneuroma en mediastino posterior. Se realizó una revisión bibliográfica a propósito de este caso. Se presenta este reporte porque el ganglioneuroma es un tumor benigno poco frecuente en edad pediátrica.

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          ABSTRACT Neuroectodermal tumors are the main cause of mediastinal tumors. Of these, the ganglioneuroma is the most benign and the least frequent, with an incidence of 1 in 100,000 children. It occurs predominantly in childhood with a mean presentation at age seven. Most of these tumors are asymptomatic and diagnosed incidentally. The 43 % of them showing intrathoracic manifestation and located in the sympathetic ganglia of the posterior mediastinum. Imaging studies provide advantages for the location, size and extent of the tumor. These tests are of great benefit to the surgeon. The prognosis is generally favorable, which is a sign of good prognosis when it appears after five years of age and when it is located in the posterior mediastinum. The case of a patient who underwent thoracoscopy with total resection of the tumor, with a favorable evolution during her follow-up is presented. This patient was diagnosed with a ganglioneuroma in the posterior mediastinum. A literature review was carried out regarding this case. This report is presented because ganglioneuroma is a rare benign tumor in children.

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          Total resection of a giant retroperitoneal and mediastinal ganglioneuroma—case report and systematic review of the literature

          Background Ganglioneuromas (GNs) are extremely rare, slowly growing, benign tumors that can arise from Schwann cells, ganglion cells, and neuronal or fibrous tissues. Due to their origin from the sympathetic neural crest, they show neuroendocrine potential; however, most are reported to be hormonally inactive. Nevertheless, complete surgical removal is recommended for symptom control or for the prevention of potential malignant degeneration. Case Report A 30-year-old female was referred to our oncologic center due to a giant retroperitoneal and mediastinal mass detected in computed tomography (CT) scans. The initial symptoms were transient nausea, diarrhea, and crampy abdominal pain. There was a positive family history including 5 first- and second-degree relatives. Presurgical biopsy revealed a benign ganglioneuroma. Total resection (TR) of a 35 × 25 × 25 cm, 2550-g tumor was obtained successfully via laparotomy combined with thoracotomy and partial incision of the diaphragm. Histopathological analysis confirmed the diagnosis. Surgically challenging aspects were the bilateral tumor invasion from the retroperitoneum into the mediastinum through the aortic hiatus with the need of a bilateral 2-cavity procedure, as well as the tumor-related displacement of the abdominal aorta, the mesenteric vessels, and the inferior vena cava. Due to their anatomic course through the tumor mass, the lumbar aortic vessels needed to be partially resected. Postoperative functioning was excellent without any sign of neurologic deficit. Conclusion Here, we present the largest case of a TR of a GN with retroperitoneal and mediastinal expansion. On review of the literature, this is the largest reported GN resected and was performed safely. Additionally, we present the first systematic literature review for large GN (> 10 cm) as well as for resected tumors growing from the abdominal cavity into the thoracic cavity.
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            Ganglioneuroma in unusual sites: clinical, radiologic and pathological features

            Background: The aim of this retrospective study is to review the clinical, radiologic and pathological features of GN and to bring awareness of GNs that may occur in unusual locations to clinicians. Methods: Data from 11 patients from the Lishui Center Hospital, Zhejiang University, (Lishui, China) were analyzed between January 1999 and May 2016, and the clinical, radiologic and pathological features in these patients are discussed here. Results: Our retrospective study involved 11 patients, 5 males and 6 females, with an average age of 34.1 (1-76) years, who underwent surgical intervention for GN. Tumors occurred in the following locations: one tumor in the cervical cord, one tumor in the subcutaneous layer, two tumors in the posterior mediastinum, two tumors in the nerve root, two tumors in the posterior peritoneum, and three tumors in the adrenal gland. Two patients presented with lumbocrural pain, one patient presented with neck and shoulder pain, and one patient presented with abdominal discomfort, with the remaining patients being asymptomatic. Homogenous density, oval mass and well-defined borders were characteristic radiologic features of GN. All patients underwent surgery, and their tumors were completely resected. Histopathological examinations showed that the tumors were characteristic of GN and consisted of nerve fibers and mature ganglion cells. The immunohistochemical reactions for S-100 were positive in all patients. The mean length of the hospital stays was 15.7 d (range: 8-28 d). The mean duration of follow-up was 96 mo (range: 5-180 mo). Two patients did not follow-up, and nine patients were asymptomatic. Conclusions: GNs are rare benign tumors, and their diagnosis is challenging. Complete surgical excision is an effective and successful treatment, and long-term follow-up is necessary.
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              Retroperitoneal Ganglioneuroma (GN): Case report in 14 years old boy

              Highlights • Ganglioneuroma (GN) is a rare benign tumor. • GN are usually asymptomatic found incidentally on abdominal imaging or having nonspecific symptoms related to mass effect. • The cornerstone for the management its remain on complete surgical excision.
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                Universidad de Ciencias Médicas de Cienfuegos. Centro Provincial de información de Ciencias Médicas (Cienfuegos, , Cuba )
                2221-2434
                September 2022
                : 12
                : 3
                : 343-351
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                [1] Cienfuegos orgnameHospital Pediátrico Universitario Paquito González Cueto Cuba
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                S2221-24342022000300343 S2221-2434(22)01200300343
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                : 04 July 2022
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                case reports,mediastinal neoplasms,ganglioneuroma,informes de casos,neoplasias de mediastino

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