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Pelvic tumor
Introduction
Overview
Overview
A pelvic tumor is any one of numerous tumors that occur in the pelvis. Within the pelvis, these tumors may involve specific organs, or occupy intra-organ spaces. Tumors of the presacral space and sacral space are most prevalent in children. Tumors occupying specific organs have a more complex natural history.
Tumors occupying specific organs
Tumors occupying specific organs
Tumors occupying intra-organ spaces
Tumors occupying intra-organ spaces
Complications
Complications
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