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01-04-2005 | Case Report

Malignant transformation of an ovarian mature cystic teratoma: computed tomography findings

Authors: Pei-Fang Lai, Shu-Chiang Hsieh, Jerry Chin-Wei Chien, Chia-Liang Fang, Wing P. Chan, Chun Yu

Published in: Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics | Issue 4/2005

Abstract

Introduction

The malignant transformation of an ovarian mature cystic teratoma is rare. We presented such a case of a 46-year-old woman with characteristic computed tomography (CT) findings.

Case report

The patient had suffered from fullness and tenderness of the lower abdomen for one year. A high serum CA-125 level was noted. Computed tomography images showed a left adnexal mass with fat, calcification and soft tissue components, and areas of invasion through the teratoma wall.

Outcome

The histologic diagnosis was compatible with a squamous cell carcinoma arising from a mature cystic teratoma of the ovary.

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Title: Malignant transformation of an ovarian mature cystic teratoma: computed tomography findings
Authors: Pei-Fang Lai
Shu-Chiang Hsieh
Jerry Chin-Wei Chien
Chia-Liang Fang
Wing P. Chan
Chun Yu
Publication date: 01-04-2005
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics / Issue 4/2005
Print ISSN: 0932-0067
Electronic ISSN: 1432-0711
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00404-004-0676-0

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Malignant transformation of an ovarian mature cystic teratoma: computed tomography findings

Abstract

Introduction

Case report

Outcome

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Abstract

Introduction

Case report

Outcome

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