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Primary fallopian tube endometroid carcinoma: A rare case report
Barkha Vats1, Reena Yadav1, Meena Parihar1
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, SSK Hospital and Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi, India.
Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics
|February 22, 2024
Summary
A rare case of primary fallopian tube cancer was diagnosed as endometroid adenocarcinoma in a 47-year-old female. This subtype offers the best prognosis among fallopian tube cancers, with the patient responding well to surgery and chemotherapy.
Area of Science:
- Gynecologic Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Primary fallopian tube carcinoma is a rare malignancy, comprising a small fraction of all female genital tract cancers.
- Endometroid adenocarcinoma is a recognized subtype with a favorable prognosis compared to other fallopian tube cancers.
Observation:
- A 47-year-old female presented with post-menopausal bleeding and lower abdominal heaviness.
- Imaging identified a right adnexal mass suspicious for neoplasm.
- Surgical exploration revealed an 8x5 cm solid, irregular mass involving the entire right fallopian tube; the right ovary was normal.
Findings:
- Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of endometroid adenocarcinoma of the fallopian tube.
- This specific diagnosis is crucial due to its relatively good prognosis.
Implications:
- Early recognition and diagnosis of fallopian tube endometroid adenocarcinoma are vital for patient outcomes.
- Multimodal treatment including surgery and adjuvant chemotherapy can lead to favorable results in managing this rare cancer.
