Abstract
IntroductionRetroperitoneal paragangliomas are rare tumors, they arise from ganglia along the sympathetic and parasympathetic chain. We report a rare case of a non functional paraganglioma in whom surgical resection was performed. Presentation of caseA 35 years-old female presented with chronic abdominal pain, A contrast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of abdomen showed a well-defined Left latero-aortic cystic retro-peritoneal surgical resection using laparotomy was performed, The patiente recovered well and was discharged three days after surgery. Histological examination and immunohistochemical revealed a retroperitoneal paraganglioma. Discussion and conclusionNon-functioning retroperitoneal paragangliomas are rare and are most often Isolated. Radiological techniques including, Contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CT) and Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are useful for identifying and locating retroperitoneal paragangliomas. surgical excision is still the most effective treatment when it possible.
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