# Evaluating Sacrococcygeal Teratoma in an Adult Female: A Case Report

## TL;DR

A 20-year-old woman had a rare tumor at the base of her spine, which was successfully removed to prevent complications.

## Contribution

This case report highlights the importance of early surgical intervention for sacrococcygeal teratoma in adults.

## Key findings

- The tumor was a large, mixed solid-cystic mass displacing pelvic structures.
- Surgical excision with surrounding rectal wall was performed successfully.
- Early intervention is crucial to prevent malignant transformation.

## Abstract

Sacrococcygeal teratomas are rare in adults, despite being common in infants. Adult presentations are often asymptomatic and may go undetected until complications arise. We report a case of a 20-year-old female with a long-standing sacral swelling. Imaging revealed a large, well-circumscribed mixed solid-cystic mass in the presacral region causing displacement of pelvic structures. Surgical excision of the tumor was done along with the surrounding rectal wall. Early surgical intervention is essential to prevent malignant transformation and optimize outcomes.