(First Aid) Ovarian non-germ cell tumors (epithelial tumor cells) Flashcards
1
Q
Discuss serous cystadenoma
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- 20% of ovarian tumors
- Frequently bilateral, lined with fallopian tube - like epithelium
- Benign
2
Q
Discuss serous cystadenocarcinoma
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- 45% of ovarian tumors, malignant and frequently bilateral.
- Psammoma bodies seen on histology
3
Q
What are the risk factors for serous cystadenoma/serous cystadenocarcinoma?
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- BRCA-1
- BRCA-2
- HNPCC