A case report of nonpuerperal uterine inversion from embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma of the corpus in an adolescent: A dilemma on diagnosis and management

Abstract Embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma of the uterus is a rare condition with only a few cases documented. Exceedingly rare, however, is its concomitant incidence with uterine inversion. The infrequency with which genital tract sarcoma with uterine inversion is encountered makes the diagnosis and management a formidable challenge. The present case reports a 12-year-old nulligravida who complained of a rapidly growing introital mass of 3-month duration. Suspicion of nonpuerperal uterine inversion was confirmed by imaging, and malignancy was proven through adequate tissue sampling. While there is no unified protocol in the management of prolapsed genital tract sarcomas, the complete inversion of the corpus necessitated surgery. In the case presented, exploratory laparotomy and total hysterectomy through a double setup, abdomino-vaginal approach was done. The case illustrates the diagnostic, therapeutic, and ethical dilemmas in handling an aggressive tumor in an adolescent. Early recognition and a multidisciplinary approach are extremely crucial in ensuring improved prognosis and holistic treatment.

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Philippine Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
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2025-10-01
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https://doi.org/10.4103/pjog.pjog_25_25
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Uterine Myomas and Treatments
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A case report of nonpuerperal uterine inversion from embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma of the corpus in an adolescent: A dilemma on diagnosis and management

I. Tagayuna, Bernadette Mayumi Telan Mortel
Philippine Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Uterine Myomas and Treatments
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A case report of nonpuerperal uterine inversion from embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma of the corpus in an adolescent: A dilemma on diagnosis and management

I. Tagayuna, Bernadette Mayumi Telan Mortel
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Abstract Embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma of the uterus is a rare condition with only a few cases documented. Exceedingly rare, however, is its concomitant incidence with uterine inversion. The infrequency with which genital tract sarcoma with uterine inversion is encountered makes the diagnosis and management a formidable challenge. The present case reports a 12-year-old nulligravida who complained of a rapidly growing introital mass of 3-month duration. Suspicion of nonpuerperal uterine inversion was confirmed by imaging, and malignancy was proven through adequate tissue sampling. While there is no unified protocol in the management of prolapsed genital tract sarcomas, the complete inversion of the corpus necessitated surgery. In the case presented, exploratory laparotomy and total hysterectomy through a double setup, abdomino-vaginal approach was done. The case illustrates the diagnostic, therapeutic, and ethical dilemmas in handling an aggressive tumor in an adolescent. Early recognition and a multidisciplinary approach are extremely crucial in ensuring improved prognosis and holistic treatment.

Philippine Journal of Obstetrics and GynecologyVol. 49(4)
José R. Reyes Memorial Medical Center (PH)
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Openalex Percentile: Top 26%
Uterine Myomas and Treatments
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