Primary Extraskeletal Ewing Sarcoma, Initially Misdiagnosed as a Neurogenic Tumor
10.4055/jkoa.2024.59.4.308
- Author:
Yoonjoong HWANG
1
;
Jae-Young HONG
;
Dong Hun SUH
;
Jiwon PARK
Author Information
1. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, Korea
- Publication Type:Case Report
- From:The Journal of the Korean Orthopaedic Association
2024;59(4):308-313
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Extraskeletal Ewing sarcoma is a rare and aggressive tumor, often presenting diagnostic challenges because of its nonspecific radiologic and clinical features. This case report highlights a unique instance of a primary extraskeletal spinal Ewing sarcoma (PESES), initially misdiagnosed as a neurogenic tumor. The report discusses the imaging characteristics that led to the initial misdiagnosis and reviews the distinguishing features of PESES on advanced imaging modalities. This case emphasizes the necessity of a comprehensive diagnostic approach for an accurate diagnosis of PESES, including a high degree of suspicion, advanced imaging techniques, and histopathological correlation.
