A Case of Myxoid Liposarcoma of the Small Intestine with Perforation Extending into a Small Intestinal Diverticulum and Extramural Space

Key Points

• To present a case of myxoid liposarcoma leading to small intestinal perforation and subsequent complications.
• Case presentation of a 76-year-old female with symptoms of fatigue and appetite loss.
• Diagnosis was confirmed through imaging techniques, including contrast CT.
• Emergency surgery was performed to resect the tumor and reattach the intestine.
• Pathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of myxoid liposarcoma.
• Post-operative complications included re-formation of an abscess due to small intestine perforation.
• Patient required drain management after surgery.
• The patient ultimately passed away 15 months post-surgery.