Publication: Adult Granulosa Cell Tumor of the Ovary Diagnosed after Laparoscopic Salpingoophorectomy
Date
2025
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Kathmandu University
Abstract
ABSTRACT
Ovarian malignancies of uncommon variety are seen in 10% of cases of all ovarian
tumors. Approximately 5% of such cases are granulosa cell tumor of ovary (GCT).
In adolecents, the adult type Granulosa cell tumor (AGCT) is rare and the major
concern is fertility preservation. Prognosis of the adult type granulosa cell tumor is
favorable after surgery, as most cases present at early stages.
We report a case of an 18-year girl who presented to our center with histopathological
report of the adult type granulosa cell tumor. She underwent laparoscopic left
salpingoophorectomy at another center for a 28.5 X 22.5 cm right adenexal mass.
The patient denied completion surgery at our center and remained on follow-up.
Patient is doing fine on follow-up to date.
In young girls who present with complex adenexal mass, a strong suspicion of rare
ovarian malignancies like granulosa cell tumor should be considered. For cases with
incomplete surgery but fertility concern granulosa cell tumor should be monitored
vigilantly for recurrence.
KEY WORDS
Adenexal mass, Adolescence, Fertility preservation, Granulosa cell tumor
Description
Ansari SN, Shrestha E, Kayastha P, Bista KB
Department of Gyneconcology
National Academy of Medical Sciences
Kathmandu, Nepal
Keywords
Adenexal mass, Adolescence, Fertility preservation, Granulosa cell tumor