Recurrent course of two subtypes of retroperitoneal liposarcomas with development of end-stage hydronephrosis: a rare case report
https://doi.org/10.21886/2308-6424-2025-13-3-152-158
Abstract
Hydronephrotic transformation can result from external compression of the uretero-pelvic junction by a tumor. Without timely intervention, this may lead to irreversible loss of renal parenchyma. Retroperitoneal liposarcoma is one potential cause of such compression. This article presents a clinical case highlighting the progression of the condition and explores surgical treatment options. Special emphasis is placed on evaluating various operative approaches. Comparative analysis indicates that laparoscopic nephrectomy combined with complete resection of the liposarcoma with negative surgical margins remains the preferred strategy, as it is associated with improved patient survival outcomes.
Supporting agencies: The study was not sponsored funding/support
About the Authors
A. G. Martov
Central Clinical Hospital of Civil Aviation”; Medical and Biological University of Innovation and Continuing Education — Burnazyan Federal Medical Biophysical Center of the FMBA of Russia; Medical Scientific and Educational Center — Lomonosov Moscow State University (Lomonosov University)
Russian Federation
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Russian Federation
Alexey G. Martov — Dr.Sc.(Med), Full Prof., Corr. Member of the RAS.
Moscow
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A. M. Pshikhachev
Central Clinical Hospital of Civil Aviation”; Medical Scientific and Educational Center — Lomonosov Moscow State University (Lomonosov University)
Russian Federation
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Russian Federation
Akhmed M. Pshikhachev — Dr.Sc.(Med).
Moscow
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D. Yu. Zavarzin
Medical and Biological University of Innovation and Continuing Education — Burnazyan Federal Medical Biophysical Center of the FMBA of Russia
Russian Federation
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Russian Federation
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S. V. Dutov
Central Clinical Hospital of Civil Aviation”; Medical and Biological University of Innovation and Continuing Education — Burnazyan Federal Medical Biophysical Center of the FMBA of Russia
Russian Federation
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Russian Federation
Сергей Валерьевич Дутов — канд. мед. наук.
Москва
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D. A. Abdullaev
Central Clinical Hospital of Civil Aviation”
Russian Federation
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Russian Federation
David A. Abdullaev — Сand.Sc.(Med).
Moscow
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A. S. Andronov
Central Clinical Hospital of Civil Aviation”; Medical and Biological University of Innovation and Continuing Education — Burnazyan Federal Medical Biophysical Center of the FMBA of Russia
Russian Federation
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Russian Federation
Andrey S. Andronov — Сand.Sc.(Med).
Moscow
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Martov A.G., Pshikhachev A.M., Zavarzin D.Yu., Dutov S.V., Abdullaev D.A., Andronov A.S. Recurrent course of two subtypes of retroperitoneal liposarcomas with development of end-stage hydronephrosis: a rare case report. Urology Herald. 2025;13(3):152-158. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.21886/2308-6424-2025-13-3-152-158
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