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A rare case of endodermal sinus tumour of the vagina in an infant
S K SenGupta1, D P Murthy, W M Martin
1Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Papua New Guinea, Boroko.
The Australian & New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology
|November 1, 1991
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A rare vaginal endodermal sinus tumour (EST) was diagnosed in a young child from Papua New Guinea. This case highlights the importance of considering EST in pediatric vaginal masses.
Area of Science:
- Gynecologic Oncology
- Pediatric Pathology
- Rare Cancers
Background:
- Endodermal sinus tumours (ESTs) are germ cell tumours that can occur in various locations, including the vagina.
- Vaginal ESTs are exceptionally rare in pediatric patients, posing diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.
- Early diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial for improving outcomes in affected children.
Abstract:
A rare case of endodermal sinus tumour (EST) of the vagina in a 1 year 5 months old Papua New Guinean female is described and the literature on vaginal ESTs in childhood is briefly reviewed.