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Bilateral Giant Fibroepithelial Labial Mass: A Case Report
Attah Raphael Avidime1, Haruna Usman2
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Bayero University Kano/Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, Kano, Nigeria.
Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada : JOGC = Journal D'Obstetrique Et Gynecologie Du Canada : JOGC
|May 10, 2017
Summary
This study reports a rare case of giant fibro-epithelial polyps of the labia in a young woman. Histological confirmation is crucial for diagnosis and to alleviate patient concerns about malignancy.
Area of Science:
- Gynecologic Pathology
- Dermatopathology
Background:
- Fibro-epithelial polyps are benign soft tissue tumors.
- They can present with diverse morphology, mimicking malignancy.
- Commonly found in the female genital tract, posing diagnostic challenges.
Observation:
- A 26-year-old woman presented with bilateral labial masses.
- The right labial mass measured 32 × 29 cm (1.84 kg), and the left measured 10 × 8 cm (0.57 kg).
- Polypoid lesions were surgically resected and histologically identified as fibro-epithelial masses.
Findings:
- Histological examination confirmed the diagnosis of fibro-epithelial polyps.
- The patient experienced no recurrence during a 1-year follow-up.
- The patient's outcome was favorable post-resection.
Implications:
- Fibro-epithelial polyps can reach significant sizes, presenting as giant masses.
- Accurate histological diagnosis is essential to rule out malignancy and manage patient anxiety.
- This case highlights the importance of considering benign lesions in the differential diagnosis of large genital masses.
