Lipomatosis of the sciatic nerve secondary to compression by a desmoid tumor

Skeletal Radiol. 2013 Dec;42(12):1751-4. doi: 10.1007/s00256-013-1671-y. Epub 2013 Jun 26.

Abstract

Lipomatosis of nerve is a rare benign tumor-like process characterized by infiltration of the epineurium by adipose and fibrous tissue leading to nerve enlargement. We describe a case of lipomatosis of the sciatic nerve compressed by an adjacent desmoid tumor. This case supports the hypothesis that lipomatosis of nerve may form as a result of irritation or compression by adjacent structures.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Antineoplastic Agents / therapeutic use
  • Female
  • Fibromatosis, Aggressive / complications*
  • Fibromatosis, Aggressive / diagnosis*
  • Fibromatosis, Aggressive / drug therapy
  • Humans
  • Lipomatosis / diagnosis*
  • Lipomatosis / drug therapy
  • Lipomatosis / etiology*
  • Peripheral Nervous System Neoplasms / complications*
  • Peripheral Nervous System Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Peripheral Nervous System Neoplasms / drug therapy
  • Sciatic Neuropathy / diagnosis
  • Sciatic Neuropathy / etiology*
  • Sciatic Neuropathy / prevention & control
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Antineoplastic Agents