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Pelvic Schwannoma presenting as a suspected broad ligament fibroid in a young woman

Schwannoma (neurilemmoma) is a benign peripheral nerve sheath tumor that commonly occurs in the head, neck, and extremities. Pelvic and retroperitoneal schwannomas are rare and often pose a diagnostic challenge due to nonspecific clinical and radiological features, frequently mimicking common gynecological conditions such as broad ligament fibroids. Laparoscopic excision is a safe and effective treatment modality, offering excellent outcomes when performed with careful identification and preservation of surrounding neurovascular structures.