Fallopian Tube Papilloma: A Systematic Review of Case Reports

Area of Science:

• Gynecologic pathology
• Reproductive medicine

Background:

• Fallopian tube papilloma (FTP) represents a rare, benign epithelial lesion of the oviduct.
• Its low incidence and underreporting contribute to limited knowledge and diagnostic challenges, necessitating differentiation from various benign and malignant tubal conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To systematically review case reports to enhance understanding of the etiology, natural course, complications, and recurrence of fallopian tube papillomas.
• To highlight the importance of reporting these lesions for accurate prevalence data and increased knowledge of benign neoplasms.

Main Methods:

• Systematic review of case reports and case series.
• Electronic literature search across major databases (Scopus, PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Google Scholar) for English publications from inception to January 2024.

Main Results:

• This review synthesizes existing case report data on fallopian tube papilloma.
• Identifies diagnostic dilemmas and the need for histopathological confirmation.
• Highlights potential complications such as tubal obstruction, subfertility, and ectopic gestation.

Conclusions:

• Fallopian tube papilloma requires a high index of suspicion for diagnosis.
• Accurate diagnosis relies on histopathological examination.
• Increased reporting is vital for understanding the true prevalence and characteristics of these benign neoplasms.