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01.03.2010 | Gynecologic Oncology
Extraovarian primary peritoneal papillary serous carcinoma
verfasst von:
Pallavi Bhuyan, Sitaram Mahapatra, Smita Mahapatra, Sudha Sethy, Pankaj Parida, Surama Satpathy
Erschienen in:
Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics
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Ausgabe 3/2010
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Abstract
Objective
To identify an unusual histologic entity, extraovarian primary peritoneal carcinoma (EOPPC) along with a review of the recent literature.
Methods
A thorough clinical examination along with detail laboratory parameters was studied in a 56-year-old female who presented with ascites and an elevated serum CA-125. Multiple microscopic sections were studied from the surgical specimen received comprising of total hysterectomy, bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy and omentectomy.
Results
A diagnosis of EOPPC was made after a thorough study.
Conclusion
A correct diagnosis and timely management of this unusual histologic entity can result in long-term disease-free survival of the patient.