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Carcinoid tumor with uterine location. Case report
Summary
This case study details a rare uterine carcinoid tumor in a young patient. Diagnosis was confirmed through microscopy, Fontana-Masson staining, and S100 protein immunohistochemistry, identifying neuroendocrine differentiation.
Area of Science:
- Gynecologic Pathology
- Endocrine Oncology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Carcinoid tumors originate from neuroendocrine cells, typically found in the digestive tract and lungs.
- Uterine carcinoid tumors are exceptionally rare, making their diagnosis and understanding critical.
- This study focuses on a unique case of a uterine carcinoid in a 21-year-old patient.