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Primary Ovarian Endometrioid Stromal Sarcoma Presenting with Infertility
Sandhya Ilanthodi1, Vishwanath Meghashree2, Muktha Ramesh Pai3
1Associate Professor, Department of Pathology, A.J. Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Mangaluru, Karnataka, India.
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research : JCDR
|May 18, 2017
Summary
Endometrioid stromal sarcoma (ESS) is a rare ovarian tumor, often linked to endometriosis. This case highlights the unique histomorphology of ovarian ESS in patients with endometriosis.
Area of Science:
- Gynecologic Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Endometrioid stromal sarcoma (ESS) is a rare uterine malignancy, comprising 0.2% of all uterine cancers and 15-26% of primary uterine sarcomas.
- Ovarian ESS are exceptionally rare, typically observed in nulliparous or perimenopausal women.
- Ovarian ESS is frequently associated with endometriosis of the ovary.
Observation:
- This report details an extremely rare case of ovarian endometrioid stromal sarcoma.
- The case emphasizes the unique histomorphology of ovarian ESS in the context of endometriosis.
Findings:
- Ovarian ESS, though rare, presents distinct histomorphological features.
- Association with endometriosis is a key characteristic in ovarian ESS cases.
Implications:
- Understanding the unique features of ovarian ESS is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.
- This case contributes to the limited literature on ovarian ESS, particularly its association with endometriosis.
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