Why the study?
Primary tumors arising from the inferior vena cava are extremely rare, with leiomyosarcoma being the most common type.
Leiomyosarcoma of the inferior vena cava is a rare tumor that can present as deep venous thrombosis.
IVC leiomyosarcoma warrants consideration in atypical DVT with abdominal pain; case reports leave optimal management open.
Primary tumors arising from the inferior vena cava are extremely rare, leiomyosarcoma is the most common one arising from the smooth muscle cells in the media of the wall of the vena cava. A 42-year-old lady had epigastric pain and back pain for 4 months with signs of deep vein thrombosis of the right lower limb. CT-scan showed a mass related to the inferior vena cava which was proved by histopathological examination to be leiomyosarcoma of the inferior vena cava. A multidisciplinary team is required for the diagnosis and management of tumors the vena cava. Long term follow-up is recommended.
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