Pleomorphic rhabdomyosarcoma of the vagina: A case report.

Pan Xu, Shan-Shan Ling, E Hu, Bi-Xia Yi

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Pan XuDepartment of Gynecology, The Affiliated Jinhua Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Jinhua 321000, Zhejiang Province, China.

Shan-Shan LingDepartment of Gynecology, The Affiliated Jinhua Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Jinhua 321000, Zhejiang Province, China.

E HuDepartment of Gynecology, The Affiliated Jinhua Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Jinhua 321000, Zhejiang Province, China.

Bi-Xia YiDepartment of Gynecology, The Affiliated Jinhua Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Jinhua 321000, Zhejiang Province, China.

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Abstract

backgroundRhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) of the vagina in postmenopausal women is an extremely rare malignant tumor that was originally described as a unique group of soft tissue sarcomas originating from primitive mesenchymal cells. It was first reported in postmenopausal women in 1970, and fewer than 50 postmenopausal patients have been reported to date. CASE SUMMARY: A 68-year-old multiparous female was admitted to the hospital on October 11, 2023, with the chief complaint of a mass causing vaginal prolapse with incomplete urination that had persisted for 4 months. The vaginal mass was approximately the size of a pigeon egg; after lying down, the vaginal mass retracted. Complete resection was performed, and vaginal pleomorphic RMS was diagnosed based on pathology and immunohistochemical staining features. The patient is currently undergoing chemotherapy. The present study also reviewed the clinical, histological, and immunohistochemical features and latest treatment recommendations for vaginal RMS. Any abnormal vaginal mass should be promptly investigated through pelvic examination and appropriate imaging. The current initial treatment for vaginal RMS is biopsy and primary chemotherapy.

conclusionWhen surgery is planned for vaginal RMS, an organ-preserving approach should be considered.

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Case reportPleomorphicPostmenopausal womanRhabdomyosarcomaVagina

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PMID38765737

DOI10.12998/wjcc.v12.i14.2396

PMCPMC11099399

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