A presacral tumor is a rare type of tumor that develops in the area between the sacrum - the bone at the base of the spine - and the rectum. While these tumors are usually benign (not cancer), they can occasionally be malignant (cancerous). Their location often makes diagnosis difficult.
Symptoms
Presacral tumors can cause a range of symptoms, including:
- Lower back pain
- Constipation
- Abdominal pain
- Rectal bleeding
- Weight loss
Treatment
The main treatment for presacral tumors is surgery to remove the tumor.
Risk Factors
Most people who develop a presacral tumor have them at birth or are born with abnormalities that can grow into tumors. Having a family history of certain conditions like Currarino syndrome can also increase the risk.
Women are more likely than men to develop presacral tumors, especially in their 30s and 50s.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
department
Colon and Rectal Surgery
BMC’s colorectal surgeons offer cutting-edge surgical treatments for conditions that affect the colon, rectum, and anus, in coordinating with other specialists.