Malignant triton tumor below the peritoneal reflection: a case report.

Malignant triton tumor (MTT) is a rare subtype of malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors (MPNSTs) histologically defined by rhabdomyoblastic differentiation. MTTs are primarily found in the head, neck, extremities and trunk, but rare cases of MTT within the buttock, the mediastinum and the retroperitoneum have also been documented. We present the case of a 47-year-old male patient who initially presented with right flank pain and hematuria in July 2019, who was found to have a large pelvic mass below peritoneal reflection.

Influence of Palliative Care on Medical Treatment of Pediatric Patients with Complex Chronic Diseases at Cook Children's Medical Center.

Background: Literature in adult palliative care (PC) boasts fewer invasive procedures, shorter lengths of stay, and decreased cost of care. Benefits of pediatric PC are under-researched and are important to identify to optimize care.

Objective: Our aim was to estimate the influence and utilization of PC on pediatric patient care.