Primary carcinoma of the Fallopian tube

A series of 26 unreported cases of primary carcinoma of the Fallopian tube is presented. These cases were collected from seven hospitals in Portland, Oregon, for a period of 10 years, i.e., from 1963 to 1974. No statistical data can be made except to state that seven patients of the 26 are known to be alive and well. Of these seven living patients, two have been followed for over 5 years and five have been followed for over 2 years. All are free of disease at the present time. Three other patients lived over 5 years but finally died of their disease. All of these patients were in the Stage I category except two who were in the Stage II category. This suggests that any breakthrough of the serosa of the Fallopian tube is an ominous sign with poor prognosis. The need for earlier diagnosis and supplementary therapy for Stage II of this disease is discussed.