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[Pelvic actinomycosis simulating adnexal malignant tumor]
L Benkiran1, L Gamra, N Lamalmi
1Service d'Anatomie Pathologique, Service de Chirurgie Oncologique, Institut National d'Oncologie, Hôpital Mohamed Ben Abdellah, Rabat, Maroc. benkiranleila@hotmail.com
Summary
This case report highlights abdominopelvic actinomycosis, a rare infection mimicking ovarian cancer in a woman. Early diagnosis is crucial to avoid misdiagnosis and ensure proper treatment for this bacterial infection.
Area of Science:
- Gynecology
- Infectious Diseases
- Pathology
Background:
- Genital tract actinomycosis is rare in women of childbearing age.
- It is often caused by Actinomyces bacteria, potentially linked to gastrointestinal infections or intrauterine devices.
Observation:
- A 35-year-old patient presented with pelvic pain and a deteriorating condition.
- Clinical and ultrasonographic findings revealed a large, heterogeneous mass suggestive of a malignant ovarian tumor.
Findings:
- Histological examination confirmed right tubo-ovarian actinomycosis with associated peritonitis.
- The condition mimicked a tumor, posing a diagnostic challenge.
Implications:
- Abdominopelvic actinomycosis can present with tumor-like features, leading to potential misdiagnosis by clinicians and radiologists.
- This case underscores the importance of considering actinomycosis in the differential diagnosis of pelvic masses.