scholarly journals An Unusual Presentation of Choriocarcinoma: A Case Report with a Long Latent Period

2021 ◽  
Vol In Press (In Press) ◽  
Author(s):  
Fateme Sadat Najib ◽  
Zahra Shiravani ◽  
Mojgan Hajisafari ◽  
Shaghayegh Moradi Alamdarloo ◽  
Atefe Hashemi ◽  
...  

Introduction: Choriocarcinoma (CC) is a rare malignant tumor of trophoblastic tissue. This tends to invade rapidly to the vasculature and metastasis to the lung, vagina, brain, and liver. CC can present with a variety of manifestations, such as hemoptysis, gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding, and abnormal uterine bleeding. Commonly, the latent period to the development of CC is not more than 1 year after the antecedent molar or normal pregnancy. In this report, the patient developed CC about 32 months after her previous known pregnancy. We reported a rare case of gestational CC that occurred about 32 months after her antecedent pregnancy. Case Presentation: A 21-year-old admitted in shock with abnormal uterine bleeding, pain, and lower abdominal pain. The patient had one previous cesarean section 32 months prior to admission. The vaginal examination demonstrated a fused solid cervical mass with an irregular border measuring about 7 × 7 cm. In further workup, there was evidence of a 103 × 94 × 89 mm mass with the hemorrhagic area and central necrosis in the middle and lower segments of the uterus and cervix. The patient underwent a total abdominal hysterectomy and left side salpingo-oophorectomy. The diagnosis of CC was made after microscopic examination. Conclusions: There are few case reports of choriocarcinoma with more than a year latent period after antecedent pregnancy. The strongest hypothesis is having asymptomatic pregnancy during the period between the last pregnancy and the development of CC. However, the possibility of non-gestational choriocarcinoma in such cases should be considered. Treatment with a single- or multiple-agent chemotherapy regimen should be immediately initiated after diagnosis in these cases.

2013 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 117-126
Author(s):  
Hakan Nazik

Modern laparoscopic surgery is widely used throughout the world as it offers greater advantages than open procedures. The laparoscopic approach to hysterectomy has evolved over the last 20 years. Hysterectomies are performed abdominally, vaginally, laparoscopically or, more recently, with robotic assistance. Indications for a total laparoscopic hysterectomy are similar to those for total abdominal hysterectomy, and most commonly include uterine leiomyomata, pelvic organ prolapse, and abnormal uterine bleeding. When hysterectomy is going to be performed, the surgeon should decide which method is safer and more cost-effective. This paper aims to make a review of the indications, techniques and advantages of laparoscopic hysterectomy as well as the criteria to be used for appropriate patient selection.


2021 ◽  
Vol 81 (04) ◽  
pp. 406-410
Author(s):  
Viviana García ◽  
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Franco Calderaro Di Ruggiero ◽  
Jorge Hoegl ◽  
Carlos Quintero ◽  
...  

Choriocarcinoma represents a type of malignant tumor of gestational trophoblastic disease. It can develop after a molar pregnancy, miscarriage, normal or ectopic pregnancy. Generally its seat site is the uterine body; infrequent places such as the cervix have been described. We report the case of a 37-year-old patient is reported, VI gestations IV deliveries I cesarean section I molar pregnancy, with abnormal uterine bleeding, which is referred to the Hospital Oncology Service. On gynecological examination, an exophytic mass is observed in the cervix. A biopsy was taken that reported: Gestational choriocarcinoma and plasma levels of β-hCG were verified: 13805 IU / L. A total abdominal hysterectomy was performed with preservation of the ovaries. It was concluded as stage I of the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics and 8, according to the score of the World Health Organization (ST I: 8), for which adjuvant was indicated. Currently no evidence of disease. Keywords: Choriocarcinoma, gestational trophoblastic disease, cervix.


2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 423-426
Author(s):  
Sailesh Bahadur Pradhan ◽  
Mamata Sedhain ◽  
Sneh Acharya ◽  
Sailuja Maharjan ◽  
Samikchhya Regmi

Introduction: Uterus is subjected to many non-neoplastic and neoplastic diseases. Hysterectomy is the commonest gynecological surgery done for the management of the pathologies of the female reproductive system. Histopathological examination of hysterectomy specimens is done routinely which has both diagnostic and therapeutic significance.Objective: To study the common pathologies identified in hysterectomy specimens and to correlate them with the clinical findings.Methodology: A cross sectional study was carried out among all the hysterectomy specimens irrespective of primary lesion sent for histopathological examination from January 2016 to December 2017 in Department of Pathology, Kathmandu Medical College Teaching Hospital (KMCTH). Relevant history was taken from the requisition form. Ethical clearance was obtained from the Institutional Review Committee of KMCTH.Results: A total of 198 cases were studied. The most common pathology encountered was leiomyoma (60.0%) followed by adenomyosis (14.0%). Atrophic endometrium was seen in 24.3% cases. Chronic cervicitis was found in most of the cases (96.5%) along with endocervical polyp in 8.1% cases. Leiomyoma was found to be the most common indication for hysterectomy comprising 48.0% followed by abnormal uterine bleeding (24.75%) and utero-vaginal prolapse (18.25%). Hysterectomy was most commonly performed in the age group of 41 - 50 years and total abdominal hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy was found to be the commonest procedure done comprising 8 0.0%.Conclusion: Leiomyoma was found to be the most common pathology in myometrium and chronic cervicitis in cervix. Abnormal uterine bleeding and vaginal prolapsed were also found to be common. Lesions which can be managed conservatively do need hysterectomy or not, is a matter of great concern. BJHS 2018;3(2)6:423-426.


2013 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 117
Author(s):  
Hakan Nazik

Modern laparoscopic surgery is widely used throughout the world as it offers greater advantages than open procedures. The laparoscopic approach to hysterectomy has evolved over the last 20 years. Hysterectomies are performed abdominally, vaginally, laparoscopically or, more recently, with robotic assistance. Indications for a total laparoscopic hysterectomy are similar to those for total abdominal hysterectomy, and most commonly include uterine leiomyomata, pelvic organ prolapse, and abnormal uterine bleeding. When hysterectomy is going to be performed, the surgeon should decide which method is safer and more cost-effective. This paper aims to make a review of the indications, techniques and advantages of laparoscopic hysterectomy as well as the criteria to be used for appropriate patient selection.


Author(s):  
Vibhusha S. Rohidas ◽  
Niranjan N. Chavan

Background: Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) is debilitating condition affecting 14-25% of women of reproductive age. It has significant impact on women’s personal, social, physical and quality of life. Present study is planned to study causes, investigation along with management of structural causes of abnormal uterine bleeding in reproductive age group.Methods: Consecutive type of non-probability sampling was used for selection of study subjects. A total of 100 gynaecology OPD women diagnosed with menorrhagia of 15-45 years age group were enrolled in study.Results: Mean age of the study subjects was between 26-35 years (47%). 67% were from low socio-economic class while 33% were from middle class. Maximum number of women (66%) had symptoms for less than 6 months. 47% presented with Menorrhagia. 89% were Multiparous, and 11% were Nulliparous. Most common structural causes of AUB was leiomyoma (41%) followed by polyps (23%), adenomyosis (17%), endometrial hyperplasia (15%) and endometrial carcinoma (4%). Prevalence of anemia was 73% in present study. Maximum leiomyoma were treated medically while higher percentage of polyps and hyperplasia was treated surgically. Most commonly performed surgery was polypectomy (20%) followed by dilatation and curettage (17%) and myomectomy (15%). Total abdominal hysterectomy was done in 8% cases while radical hysterectomy was done in 2% cases.Conclusions: Benign lesions of endometrium account for majority of cases presenting with AUB in reproductive age group. Other premalignant and malignant causes should also be considered. High prevalence of anemia was observed in these cases. A comparative clinicopathological study will help in arriving at the cause and correct diagnosis. Histopathological examination is one of the major tools in evaluation of abnormal uterine bleeding and helps us in proper management and treatment of cases. 


2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 3624-3626
Author(s):  
Sakshi P. Arora

There was abnormal uterine bleeding and recurrent lower abdominal pain in a 50 year-old female. A bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy is surgery to extract ovaries and fallopian tubes of both the sides. By the age of 60, more than a third of women in the US have had a hysterectomy. The expected anatomy, the patient's body habits, the degree of pelvic relaxation, the need for concurrent abdominal and vaginal procedures, and the surgeon's expertise all play a role in deciding the uterus delivery technique and route. The hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy will both be done during one procedure. The uterus, ovaries, cervix & fallopian tubes are remove through surgery. For a large sub mucous fibroid uterus, the patient opted to have a complete abdominal hysterectomy along bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy. Abdominal hysterectomy & bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy were performed in midline vertical incision under general anesthesia. A uterus with sub mucous fibroid (polyps) was confirmed by pathology. The option of surgical method in a hysterectomy based on clinical conditions, the professional skill of the surgeon, and the preference of patients. As this case indicates, for many patients, abdominal hysterectomy is an important choice where the use of other methods may pose a serious danger. This method may be sufficient for the treatment of sub-mucous fibroids. There are broad range of studies that demonstrate beneficial effects in the various therapies created, serving as a basis for guiding physiotherapeutic approaches in hysterectomy, aiming at complementary tools for better treatment of the patient undergoing this procedure.


2020 ◽  
Vol 58 (231) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ramesh Dhakhwa ◽  
Anshu Vaidya ◽  
Amrita Giri ◽  
Archana Shakya ◽  
Achala Vaidya

A 49-year-old, perimenopausal nulliparous woman with lower abdominal pain and abnormal uterine bleeding. Clinical and radiological findings suggested a right adnexal tumor. CA-125 level was moderately elevated. Total abdominal hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy was done. Peroperative findings revealed a soft to friable growth arising from right fallopian tube with no involvement of ovaries. Histopathologic examination confirmed it to be a high grade serous carcinoma, FIGO stage IA. The histomorphology resembled high grade serous carcinoma of ovary, however ovaries on both sides appeared unremarkable. Surgery was uneventful and the patient was discharged after seven days of hospital stay. She did not receive postoperative chemotherapy or radiotherapy and is under follow-up. The case is reported for its occurrence in an uncommon anatomic site and preoperative dilemma with relevant review of literature.


2011 ◽  
Vol 18 (01) ◽  
pp. 32-40
Author(s):  
TEHREEN RIAZ ◽  
SARWAT JABEEN ◽  
WASEEM TALIB ◽  
Nabeela Shami

Objectives: (1) To evaluate the risk of malignancy in surgically removed ovarian cysts that was before the operation neither simple nor complex. (2) To determine the relationship of age with type of ovarian tumour. (3) To categorize the management of these cases according to the intra-operative findings. (4) To analyze the occurrence of various histopathological types of tumour. Date Source: Medline Study Design: Single centered prospective descriptive study of 150 cases. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Shaikh Zayed Hospital Lahore from 1st July 2005 to,31st December 2006. Subject and method: 150 patients presented with adnexal cysts on preoperative ultrasonography, peroperative findings and histopathology reports. These patients were followed up in OPD. Results: Showed the distribution of non-neoplastic and neoplastic tumours which were 84% and 16% respectively. The occurrence of malignancy increased with advancing age especially after 45 years Common presentations were lower abdominal pain (53%) followed by menstrual disturbances (30%), abdominopelvic mass, abdominal distension and infertility. Risk of malignancy also increased with parity. 73% masses were unilateral, 84% benign masses were unilocular whilst 85% malignant masses were echogenic and the complex cysts with papillary projection and multiloculations showed 3-6 times higher risk of malignancy. Most patients were managed by exploratory laparotomy. Cystectomy and total abdominal hysterectomy were the commonest procedures performed. Regarding histopathologic evaluation 40% patients had tumours, 2.66% borderline malignancy and 13.3% malignant. 44% had non-neoplastic lesions. Serous and endometriotic cysts were the commonest benign histopathologic types and among malignant ones, epithelial ovarian tumours were the leading variants. Conclusions: Preoperative characterization of adnexal masses using sonographic and demographic data may have considerable potential in determining risk of malignancy and may be advantageous in terms of counseling patients for management.


2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Asiphas Owaraganise ◽  
Leevan Tibaijuka ◽  
Joseph Ngonzi

Abstract Background Subacute uterine inversion is a very rare complication of mid-trimester termination of pregnancy that should be considered in a situation where unsafe abortion occurs. Case presentation We present a case of subacute uterine inversion complicated by hypovolemic shock following an unsafe abortion in a 17-year-old nulliparous unmarried girl. She presented with a history of collapse, mass protruding per vagina that followed Valsalva, and persistent lower abdominal pain but not vaginal bleeding. This followed her second attempt to secretly induce an abortion at 18 weeks amenorrhea. On examination, she was agitated, severely pale, cold on palpation, with an axillary temperature of 35.8 °C, a tachycardia of 143 beats per minute and unrecordable low blood pressure. The abdomen was soft and non-tender with no palpable masses; the uterine fundus was absent at its expected periumbilical position and cupping was felt instead. A fleshy mass with gangrenous patches protruding in the introitus was palpated with no cervical lip felt around it. We made a clinical diagnosis of subacute uterine inversion complicated with hypovolemic shock and initiated urgent resuscitation with crystalloid and blood transfusion. Non-operative reversal of the inversion failed. Surgery was done to correct the inversion followed by total abdominal hysterectomy due to uterine gangrene. Conclusion Our case highlights an unusual presentation of subacute uterine inversion following unsafe abortion. This case was managed successfully but resulted in significant and permanent morbidity.


2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-3 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mutahir A. Tunio ◽  
Mushabbab Al Asiri ◽  
Reham Mohamed ◽  
Sadeq Al-Dandan

Introduction. Carcinoma of cervix rarely metastasizes to cervical lymph nodes and is associated with poor prognosis. To date, only few case reports have been reported in the medical literature. Here, we report a case of this unusual manifestation of carcinoma of cervix.Case Presentation. A 39-year-old Saudi woman who was treated three years ago for bulky IB stage carcinoma of cervix with total abdominal hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy and adjuvant chemoradiation presented to us during her routine follow-up visit with left supraclavicular lymphadenopathy. Staging workup revealed additional para-aortic nodal and osseous metastases. The biopsy of left supraclavicular mass confirmed the diagnosis of carcinoma of the cervix. Patient was started on chemotherapy and bisphosphonates.Conclusion. Supraclavicular lymph nodes are a rare site of metastasis in carcinoma of cervix, and this can be explained by outlining the drainage of the lymphatic system from the cervix. Supraclavicular lymphadenopathy is associated with variable prognosis.


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