(First Aid) Ovarian non-germ cell tumors (epithelial tumor cells) Flashcards

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Discuss serous cystadenoma

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  1. 20% of ovarian tumors
  2. Frequently bilateral, lined with fallopian tube - like epithelium
  3. Benign
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Discuss serous cystadenocarcinoma

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  1. 45% of ovarian tumors, malignant and frequently bilateral.
  2. Psammoma bodies seen on histology
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What are the risk factors for serous cystadenoma/serous cystadenocarcinoma?

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  1. BRCA-1
  2. BRCA-2
  3. HNPCC
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