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An Ex Vivo Model of Ovarian Cancer Peritoneal Metastasis Using Human Omentum
Published on: January 26, 2024
Extraovarian primary peritoneal papillary serous carcinoma
Pallavi Bhuyan1, Sitaram Mahapatra, Smita Mahapatra
1Department of Pathology, S.C.B. Medical College, Cuttack, 753007 Orissa, India. pallavibhuyan@sify.com
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.
