Multidisciplinary treatment of pelvic and cardiac intravenous leiomyosarcomatosis

Gynecol Oncol Case Rep. 2013 Jul 11:6:16-8. doi: 10.1016/j.gynor.2013.07.001. eCollection 2013.

Abstract

•Intravenous leiomyosarcomatosis is a rare condition in which malignant myometrial tissue metastasizes to the heart.•We discuss the complicated diagnosis and treatment of a patient afflicted with intravenous leiomyosarcomatosis.•To ensure a favorable prognosis, therapy should comprise comprehensive and multi-disciplinary treatment.

Keywords: Gynecologic oncology; Intravenous leiomyosarcomatosis; Management.