The most common type of retroperitoneal sarcoma is liposarcoma, which arises from fat. Others include leiomyosarcoma (smooth muscle), solitary fibrous tumor, undifferentiated pleomorphic sarcoma, and …

Feb 14, 2025 · Retroperitoneal liposarcoma is a subtype of liposarcoma and is a malignant tumor of mesenchymal origin that may arise in any fat-containing region of the body. It is one of the most …

Feb 10, 2015 · Here, we review current insights and controversies regarding histology, molecular biology, extent of surgery, (neo)adjuvant treatment, and systemic treatment including novel targeted …

Learn about soft tissue sarcomas in the retroperitoneum, the space between the peritoneum and the posterior abdominal wall, and treatment options at Brigham and Women's Hospital.

As liposarcomas advance they tend to encase blood vessels and major organs, particularly in the retroperitoneal area. Often asymptomatic initially, symptoms arise as the tumor reaches a …

What is Retroperitoneal Sarcoma? A retroperitoneal sarcoma is a tumor that originates in the retroperitoneum, an area at the back of the abdominal cavity near the kidneys and pancreas. These …

Jul 13, 2022 · Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma - Definition, Diagnosis, And Treatment Retroperitoneal liposarcoma (RLS) is an uncommon, physiologically diverse tumor that poses a number of difficulties …

Jun 4, 2025 · Retroperitoneal sarcomas (RPS) are a group of rare malignancies with many histologic types. Surgery is the hallmark of curative therapy for non-metastatic disease with the extent of …

Retroperitoneal sarcoma can come back near the site of your first tumour or spread through to the abdomen. If the sarcoma does reappear, it is important to get guidance on further management from …

Aug 8, 2025 · The current medical literature was reviewed for studies focused on retroperitoneal liposarcoma and its treatment with surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. The data was interpreted …