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Large malignant ovarian tumors during pregnancy: two cases
Dong Xu1, Cheng Liang1, Jing He1
1Gynecological and Obstetrical Department, Women's Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, People's Republic of China.
Oncotargets and Therapy
|December 9, 2014
Summary
This study highlights two rare cases of large ovarian malignancy during pregnancy. Successful outcomes were achieved through timely cesarean section and tumor removal, demonstrating effective treatment for this condition.
Area of Science:
- Gynecology
- Obstetrics
- Oncology
Background:
- Large ovarian malignancy during pregnancy is a rare clinical occurrence.
- Early diagnosis and management are crucial for maternal and fetal well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report two rare cases of large ovarian malignancy diagnosed during pregnancy.
- To emphasize the successful management and outcomes of such cases.
Main Methods:
- Case report of two patients with large ovarian tumors during pregnancy.
- Surgical intervention involving cesarean section and tumor resection.
- Post-operative follow-up and outcome assessment.
Main Results:
- Two patients presented with ovarian tumors exceeding 20 cm (one 40 cm) during pregnancy.
- Both patients delivered healthy infants via cesarean section.
- Complete tumor removal was achieved in both cases.
- All patients demonstrated favorable outcomes during the follow-up period.
Conclusions:
- Large ovarian malignancy during pregnancy, though rare, is treatable with careful clinical evaluation and timely intervention.
- Cesarean section combined with surgical tumor removal can lead to successful outcomes for both mother and child.
- Multidisciplinary management is key to optimizing results in these complex cases.
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