| Autor: |
Lisa N. Abaid, John S. Cupp, Miles Chang, Steven R. Beanes, Bram H. Goldstein |
| Jazyk: |
angličtina |
| Rok vydání: |
2018 |
| Předmět: |
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| Zdroj: |
Gynecologic Oncology Reports, Vol 25, Iss , Pp 24-26 (2018) |
| Druh dokumentu: |
article |
| ISSN: |
2352-5789 |
| DOI: |
10.1016/j.gore.2018.05.006 |
| Popis: |
Endometriosis is a condition wherein an ectopic layer of endometrial tissue arises in an extra-uterine location, often effecting significant pelvic pain and infertility. While very uncommon, there have been reported cases of endometriosis undergoing malignant transformation, frequently involving the ovaries and seldom in extra-gonadal regions. We recount a case depicting a 63 year-old woman who presented with an apparent inguinal hernia in 2017; she was ultimately diagnosed with a pelvic side wall clear cell carcinoma and attendant metastatic disease to the medial groin, which emanated from endometriosis. Malignant transformation of endometriosis identified in the pelvic side wall is a very rare finding. Nevertheless, oncologists should maintain a high index of suspicion in patients with a history of endometriosis or pelvic surgery. Keywords: Endometriosis, Malignant transformation, Pelvic side wall |
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