A Case of Leiomyomatosis Peritonealis Disseminata.

Kang, S S; Jung, H W; Chung, J E; Chung, K S

Case Report

Korean Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology 1999;42(7):1595-1598.
Published online January 1, 2001.

A Case of Leiomyomatosis Peritonealis Disseminata.

S S Kang, H W Jung, J E Chung, K S Chung

Abstract

Leiomyomatosis peritonealis disseminata[LPD] is a rare disease characterized by the development of multiple subperitoneal leiomyomas, which are widespread in the peritoneal cavity. The histopathology of Leiomyomatosis peritonealis disseminata is that a benign leiomyoma, probably originationg from the multipotent subcoelomic mesenchymal cell. The disorder has a grossly malignant appearance, but has a benign histology and a favorable prognosis : so a correct diagnosis is imperative. We experienced a case of leiomyomatosis peritonealis disseminata, which diagnosed small multiple leiomyomas of uterus and two large omental leiomyomas. We underwent abdominal hysterectomy with left salpingo-oophorectomy and omental mass removal. The patient is alive and well after treatment. We report a case of leiomyomatosis peritonealis disseminata with review of literature.

Key Words: Leiomyomatosis peritonealis disseminata