Key result
Computed tomography and MRI in a 65-year-old woman with IVC leiomyosarcoma showed a non-fatty, necrotic intraluminal mass extending to retroperitoneal compartments.
Case Report (n=1)
Imaging modalities such as CT, MRI, and cavography are useful for the early and accurate diagnosis of rare primary leiomyosarcoma of the inferior vena cava.
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Supports CT/MRI for suspected IVC leiomyosarcoma diagnosis; leaves open larger studies to confirm outcomes.
Hemant et al. (2001) conducted a case report in Leiomyosarcoma of the inferior vena cava (n=1). Imaging modalities (CT, MRI, Cavography, Ultrasound) was evaluated. Computed tomography and MRI in a 65-year-old woman with IVC leiomyosarcoma showed a non-fatty, necrotic intraluminal mass extending to retroperitoneal compartments.
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